Isfahan Rugs: An Isphahan Carpet ex John D. Rockefeller, Jr.

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An Isfahan Carpet,

Central Persia, 17th Century, losses to pile, cut and reduced in size, minor repairs throughout, rebound sides. Approximately 12 ft. 9 in. by 7 ft. 2 in. (3.89 m. by 2.18 m.)

Antique Rugs, Persian Rugs: An Isphahan Carpet ex John D. Rockefeller, Jr. detail

Lot 219

Sotheby's Fine Oriental and European Carpets

December 16, 1993, New York City

Est. $15,000 – 20,000

Provenance:

John D. Rockefeller, Jr.

Van Cortlandt Manor, a property of Historic Hudson Valley

Sotheby's New York, December 11, 1991 lot 188

Sd93n219

*Graphic Image Courtesy of Sotheby's

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

Notes on the War on Terrorism

Southwest Asia Time Line

Biblenotes.homestead.com

Thanks and best wishes,

J. Barry O'Connell Jr.