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Lot No. 71
A DEEP NAVY BAKHTIARI
WOOL CARPET
The deep navy and charcoal coloured wool
carpet features intricate tree motifs in red, beige
and green. The borders of the Bakhtiari runner
also feature interlinked motifs in similar colours.
Size: 126 x 46 in (320 x 116.8 cm)
Medium: Wool
Circa: Early 20th century
` 3,50,000 - 3,80,000 | $ 4,321 - 4,691
Provenance: Property from a collection based
in Jaipur.
This lot is over one hundred years old or National
Art Treasure, cannot be exported out of India
as per Antiques and Art Treasures Act, 1972.
(payment only in Indian Rupees)
Lot No. 72
A KASHAN WOOL CARPET
Kashan, a region in central Iran, is well
known for its rich cultural history and
picturesque scenery. This striking carpet
with a rich medieval blue ground is
decorated with flora and fauna motifs that
mirror Kashan’s lush gardens. throughout
the central field and border.
Size: 134 x 90 in (340.4 x 228.6 cm)
Medium: Wool
Circa: Late 20th century
` 4,50,000 - 5,00,000 | $ 5,556 - 6,173
Provenance: Property from a collection
based in Jaipur.