A mid-century Beshir carpet from Turkmenistan, with an unusual design worked in a wide array of vegetable dyed colours.
ABOUT
Beshir rugs are woven by the Beshir tribesmen of Turkmenistan and are known for their distinctive weaving style in a region where rugs are predominantly recognised by their ‘elephant foot’ patterns in deep reds and dark blues.
This striking mid-20th Century example has a unique, creative drawing with an irregular colour variation giving great depth and richness to its simple drawing. It also features a repeated paisley, or ‘botteh’ pattern – originally an ancient Zoroastrian design, representing the evergreen cypress tree, a symbol of everlasting life.
Preserved in excellent condition, its original fringes retained on both ends, this piece would add character and charm to any setting.
DETAILS
Stock Number:
A26351
Dimensions:
Width: 248 cm
Height: 352 cm
Place of origin:
Turkmenistan
Date of manufacture:
c. 1940s
Seller:
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