Vintage Persian Mahal Gallery Rug
No. 31070
Persia, Mid-20th Century
4 ft. 11 in. x 10 ft. 2 in.
(1.49 x 3.07 m)
A wool pile of asymmetric knots on a cotton foundation. The bone field displays paired geometric C shapes enclosing snowflakes, separated by rows of dark rosettes. The visual effect resembles an almost lattice-like pattern. The deep red main border features a continuous forked arabesque with palmettes in the defined reserves. A moderne-style kellegi (long rug).
