Antique Tafresh Rug, Persian, 142 Cm X 196 Cm, Hand-knotted Wool, Iran, Early 20th Century

Magnificent Persian Tafresh carpet, from the beginning of the 20th century, originating from Iran, in wool, measuring 1142 cm wide by 196 cm long. Uncommon are these magnificent carpets knotted in Tafresh, a small Iranian town, near Arak.
This type of carpet is particular, much happier in decoration and shades than those knotted in the neighboring sectors of the district of Hamadan.
The weft of these pieces is simple, you can see the two loops forming the knot on the back.
The great characteristic of these rugs, which are quite rare on the market, is this large medallion that they display in the center of their field.
Our model is adorned with this flowery medallion, placed on the almost salmon pink field, set with four spandrels abundantly flowered in blue, of the most beautiful effect, surrounded by a decoration of stylized branches.
Note the two pendants accompanied by plumes. ## The salmon pink color called "dughi", was obtained by adding yogurt, called "dugh" to the other natural dyes of these ancient carpets in the 19th century, thereafter, Arak craftsmanship used a characteristic process to obtain the background pink (also called "dougi pink or milky pink).
This color is obtained by immersing the wool mixed with alum, in a serous solution based on madder.
After two days, the wool is immersed for 24 hours in running water, which gives it that specific tone with almost bluish reflections.
A striking contrast, of a wool blend with a little silk, shiny and fine.
The borders have a superb golden shine or stylized flowers are placed in a row spaced by flowering branches.
A very slight wear covers the whole of this superb rug, beautiful to look at.
This rug has been professionally and ecologically clean.
Dimensions: Width: 142 cm ( 56") x Length: 196 cm ( 77") IN FREE shipping FOR FRANCE as for all our carpets !!! FR 0€ / EUR 25€ / WORLD 50€
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