Seen on http://www.dmreuben-carpets.com/ Ersari Ensi 180 x 130 Mid. 19th century David M. Reuben Dealer and Consultant in Antique Rugs and Carpets On E-Mail at rugs@dmreuben.demon.co.uk or by Telephone or Fax at +44 208 442 8221 JBOC Notes: following Parsons this appears to be an antique Chaii Purdah from the Mazar-i-sharif area in Northern Afghanistan. See Parsons, R. D. Oriental Rugs Volume 3 The Carpets of Afghanistan. plates 39a. For Further Reading: Thanks and best wishes, J. Barry O'Connell Jr. |
