Antique Small Scatter Size and Tribal Persian Bakshaish Rug, Country Of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1900 – Designed to protect people, their herds and resources, this antique Bakhshayesh woven circa 1900 features prominent bird motifs arranged in pairs to symbolize good luck. Guardbands decorated with an archetypal running water pattern frame the colorful field. Multiple lines define each stepped lozenge medallion and offset the pattern from the burnt sienna and Persian blue background.
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Small Persian Tribal Antique Bakshaish Rug 44931
Size: 4 ft 2 in x 5 ft 10 in (1.27 m x 1.78 m)
Origin: Persian Rugs
Style: Heriz Rugs
This unique Bakshaish rug features a colorful in-set medallion decorated with a variety of auspicious tribal motifs.
