Description:
Ghiordes "Mejedeh" Rug, West Anatolia, c. 1850, the ivory diamond cut-out center medallion below a highly stylized curled arch extending two large curled leaves and with a hanging lamp, supported by two columns inset with zigzag vines and carnations, a highly stylized landscape with buildings below the columns, all bordered by curled blossoming vines, 5 ft. 5 in. x 3 ft. 5 in.
Estimate $600-800
areas of dark brown oxidation throughout, both sides reselvaged
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Richard Belkin
Specialist, Rugs & Carpets
508-970-3247
Benjamin Mini
Director, Rugs & Carpets
Regional Director, Maine and Northern New England
508-970-3238
Colin Kraft
Business Manager, Rugs & Carpets
508-970-3247
Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets
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