Antique Sanjabi tribal rug from Zagros Mountains

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Antique Sanjabi tribal rug from Zagros Mountains

Code: KSNJ01

Age: late 19th century

Size: 127x257cm

Size (ft): 4'1"x8'5"

Structure: wool on wool, offset knots

Knots: Gördes (Turkish, symmetrical)

Description: This is a rare and beautiful late 19th century Sanjabi Kurdish tribal rug from Zagros Mountains. An indigo field of polychrome hooked hexagons enclosed by an archaic X motif borders. The wool is soft and lustrous. Wonderfully vibrant natural colours.

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