JBOC's Notes on Oriental Rugs

A Non-Turkmen Central Asian Rug early 19th

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A Non-Turkmen Central Asian Rug early 19th

A Central Asian Rug

Central Asia, early 19th century. Missing selvage along one corner edge. 4 ft. 6 in. by 9 ft. 9 in. (137 by 197 cm)

Warp; Wool, Z2S, natural ivory and brown twist.

Weft: Wool, Z2, 2 shoots, natural ivory and brown twist.

Pile: Wool, asymmetrical knot open to the left.

Density: 6 - 7h and 6 - 7 v.

Sides: 3 cords of 3 warps wrapped in natural brown goat hair.

Ends: Remnants of striped kilim end lower end, warp fringe.

Colors: Purple brown, madder, indigo, blue green, saffron, ivory, natural brown.
Lot 71

Sotheby's Fine Oriental and European Carpets

December 14, 1995, New York City

Est. $8,000 - 12,000

*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.

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