Very fine and exemplary work of art. Wool and silk pile on silk foundation. The style of design as seen in this fine handmade Persian Tabriz rug dominates a major aspect of Persian city weaving and forms a recognisable significant group dating from the mid-20th century onwards which could appropriately be described as the ‘Boudoir’ style. This ‘Boudoir’ style, particularly associated with Tabriz, though not exclusive, can be defined by an amalgam of French, Indian and Persian styles of design. Characteristically they tend to be made with an extremely fine weave with a soft kork wool and silk highlighted pile on silk foundation dyed with pale pastel colours, volumes away from earlier traditional colour palette. Historically the origins of this fusion can be traced back to mid-19th century Turkey, where, under the influence of Sultan Hamid ‘all things French' were extremely popular and which subsequently influenced local styles of design in all areas of fine and decorative art. Unsurprisingly this influence spread to Persia. Furthermore there was an increasing number of European merchants involved not only in commerce but increasingly becoming more directly involved in the design and production of carpets made specifically to appeal to western tastes, to an ever increasing more affluent clientele. The ‘Boudoir’ style has proved extremely popular in western, middle-eastern and far-eastern markets. Undoubtedly the ‘Boudoir’ style will stand the test of time as a significant group of fine decorative rugs in urban handmade Persian rug history. The Persian Tabriz ‘BoudoirÂ’ rug as seen here is an outstanding example of contemporary Tabriz weaving. The amalgam of varying styles is certainly present; it combines traditional elements in a modern fashion, presented in a characteristic modern Tabriz colour palette, and 17th century Indian elements of Persian inspiration. This is seen in the curving floral element, repeated in the field as part of the design and encircling the central medallion; it is made up of several small flower heads decreasing in size towards the end and resembling a raceme of wisteria blossom. The composition also incorporates European styles of design. Many examples from this group display full detailed patterns in the central field and borders, though this Persian ‘BoudoirÂ’ Tabriz rug displays a wonderful full design though maintaining an open airy feel to the entire composition. A wonderful array of modern colours are combined together to ensure this maximises the beauty of every element of the harmonic design. In the context of handmade Persian carpet history, this significant group of 20th Pahlavi dynasty weavings will stand the test of time as outstanding works of woven art.

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In excellent condition...very little sign of use.

11.6 x 8.2 ft