A FINE TURKISH SILK, GOLD AND METAL KAYSERI TAPESTRY RUG, MID 19TH CENTURY, the vegetable pigment dyed silk and gold threads woven into a central flowering urn tree of life scene, the tree surrounded by a lion, a deer, a jaguar, a phoenix and various birds flanked by two medieval style male and female figures, above them winged figures dot the profusely flowery decorated scene, within a border of vignettes with figural images, some of lovers and others with animals to two six inch gold colored silk fringe edges. 93" x 61 1/2"

Some even fading to the vegetable pigments, slight but even pile wear, minor losses to the tassel fringe, but overall in very good condition. Simpson Galleries strongly encourages in-person inspection of items by the bidder. Statements by Simpson Galleries regarding the condition of objects are for guidance only and should not be relied upon as statements of fact and do not constitute a representation, warranty, or assumption of liability by Simpson Galleries. All lots offered are sold "AS IS."

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