Teheran rug, Persia - Lot 94

Teheran rug, Persia 3rd third of the 20th century. Wool velvet on cotton backing. An ivory field reveals a vision of the Garden of Eden, where a magnificent multicolored vase of flowers sits amid blossoming shrubs. This rich undergrowth provides shelter for a multitude of birds spying on hunting scenes. Two symmetrical fortresses support two sky boxes featuring two devils... the gateway to hell? While another caisson overhangs the other two, revealing a pair of doves... the gateway to paradise? An imposing polychrome symbolic floral composition suspended from the vault serves as a refuge for two leopards confronting the "Dragon". The sky vault of the mihrab features corollas on twisting stems and small Moorish ruby floral caissons. Three old gold and navy counter-borders with garlands of florets frame the main sky, decorated with polychrome foliage and hiding white birds. Two-tone chess pawn braid. Strong symbolism, very fine quality and great presence. Dimensions : 295 x 200 cm SOLD BY APPOINTMENT