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Extremely Rare Hand Woven Semi-Antique Persian Mahal

Currency:USD Category:Art Start Price:759.38 USD Estimated At:3,948.75 - 6,910.31 USD
Extremely Rare Hand Woven Semi-Antique Persian Mahal
Extremely rare and hard to find investment quality hand woven semi-antique Persian Mahal, size 4.3 x 8 feet, made of 100% baby lamb's wool pile on cotton foundation, all natural vegetable dye, an extremely finely detailed intricate floral motif on a rich red background, stunning multi layered/multi colored teardrop centerpiece floral medallion, finely done leveled crowned corners and an intricate cream colored floral trim. A beautiful selection of colors were used in making this masterpiece Persian Mahal. Hand woven by a master Persian rug weaver. A very rare rug, as an authentic Persian Mahal at this size is extremely hard to find. Country of origin: Iran. Mahal Persian rugs are somehow the most desirable among Persian village weavings, as they appeal strongly to both experts and interior designers. As a result, the best Mahal antique carpets have become very difficult to find in the international market. Subtle, glowing pastels and earth tones is the main characteristics of Mahal. Many Mahals exploit these allover themes, while others present the central medallion format, seen often in other Persian carpet styles.