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Karabagh Carpet, Caucasus, Late 19th - Early 20th Century
characterized by sophisticated geometric designs and rich symbolic decoration. The central field, dominated by a deep black background, features a sequence of three large octagonal medallions with cross-like decorations and intricate details in ivory, beige, and blush pink, creating a striking chromatic contrast.
Symbolic elements, including stylized bird figures and other zoomorphic motifs, enrich the composition, referencing the protective and fertility-related meanings typical of Caucasian iconography. The border, adorned with alternating zigzag geometric patterns and floral rosettes, elegantly frames the carpet, emphasizing its symmetrical structure.
cm 151x93
€ 100,00 / 200,00
Estimate
Time auction 175
TIME AUCTION - CARPETS
Rome, Palazzo Celsi, tue 4 - tue 18 March 2025
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