An Ersari Bashir carpet

Description:

Amu Darya area, Uzbekistan, 19th ct
386 x 175 cm
Bright red, various shades of blue and green and wool white characterize the attractive colouring of this antique knotted rug. A geometricized version of the main Herati motif covers the central field, contrasted by a central, radiating octagonal medallion and four other, smaller medallions. Beautiful border frame with star motifs and stylized floral motifs
damages, traces of usage