Maryam runner otherwise in good condition

otherwise in good condition

There is an old patch to the verso

It is intriguing to see how the weaver has struggled with getting the medachyl border to turn the corners

exuberantly decorated with flowers

Maryam runner otherwise in good conditionA 1940s Kashan rug from west Persia in a subtle melange of blues and pinks. Light red cartouche shaped field with dark and pale blue centre medallion and spandrels; all over flowers and foliage; dark blue main border of rosettes and palmettes; pale blue and pale yellow flowerhead guards. Overall even wear and small spots of old moth damage. Robust handle. Video at https: youtu. be BOy69oC7QVY 216 x 137cm