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Early Serapi Runner

Stock No

A27126

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2011
  • £4,800.00
  • €5,613 Euro
  • $5,999 US Dollar

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Item Description

Early Serapi Runner, c. 1870

4.70 x 0.87 m

19th Century Serapi works represent some of the rarest and most sought-after Persian carpets, best known for the originality of their designs - woven in Persia's mountainous North-West, these pieces incorporate many of the bold, geometric motifs commonly seen in Caucasian rugs, rather than the floral patterns common to more Classical Persian carpets, though with the same high-quality weaves, clarity of drawing, and rich vegetable dyes.

This early Serapi runner, dating to around 1870, is a wonderful example of its type. It features a terracotta field, with a delicate abrash - or colour variation - which lends the piece a real sense of depth and character. The design features a geometric medallion pattern, creatively repeated in a range of forms and colours from one to the next, from ones of sky blue, to caramel, to burnt aubergine, across the length of the carpet; a particularly bold drawing, especially relative to its narrow format. The border, intricately woven, features a similar motif.

A stunning carpet, with the charm of the finest tribal pieces, in very good to excellent condition, which would make a welcome addition to any interior.

Item Info

Seller

GALLERY YACOU

Seller Location

London, London

Item Dimensions

H: 470cm W: 87cm

Period

c. 1870

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Location

London, London

Item Location

United Kingdom

Seller Contact No

+44 (0)207 5842929

+44 (0)7973 119458

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