Lahore Carpet of the so-called Indo-Isphahan Type


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A Lahore Carpet of the so-called Indo-Isphahan Type.1

Mughal Lahore, 17th century. Restorations and repiling throughout, half of each outer border rewoven.. 6 ft. 9 in. by 4 ft. 4 in. (206 by 132 cm)

Warp: Cotton Z6S, alternate warp strongly depressed, natural white.

Weft: Cotton, Z2S 2 (sometimes 3) shoots..

Pile: Wool, asymmetrical knot open to the left.

Density: 12 -14h and 8 - 10v.

Sides: Not original.

Ends: Warp fringe.

Colors: Pale to deep raspberry, indigo, carnelian, pale to deep teal, almond, sage, deep pecan, Wedgwood blue, ivory, celery, seafoam green, old rose, cashew, ginger, deep khaki, pistachio, celadon.

Sotheby's in the catalogue for the Fine Oriental and European Carpets December 11, 1991, in New York City, attributed this carpet to Isphahan in the seventeenth century. An attribution of a rug to Isphahan in the seventeenth century that also has cotton Z6S warps is one I disagree with and I suggest that this rug must be reattributed to Lahore India or to a period in time of post 1850.

Lot 53

Sotheby's Fine Oriental and European Carpets

December 11, 1991, New York City

Est. $8,000 - 12,000

Sd91n53

*Graphic Image Courtesy of Sotheby's

1. Sotheby's in the catalogue for the Fine Oriental and European Carpets December 11, 1991, in New York City, attributed this carpet to Isphahan in the seventeenth century. An attribution of a rug to Isphahan in the seventeenth century that also has cotton Z6S warps is one I disagree with and I suggest that this rug must be reattributed to Lahore India or to a period in time of post 1850.

Note: To further a long term research project I am collecting data. When a piece such as this may be of interest to others I have decided to share my notes prior to culmination of the project. As such the attributions are my own and may be different that the catalogue attribution. Any additions, information, or corrections, would be appreciated.

For Further Reading:

Guide to Rugs & Books

La Miniature En Orient

Southwest Asia Time Line

Thanks and best wishes,

J. Barry O'Connell Jr.

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