A PRIVATE COLLECTION OF PERSIAN & EASTERN CARPETS
INCLUDING EXAMPLES FROM QAJAR & PAHLAVI PERIODS, ANTIQUE, VINTAGE & 20TH CENTURY WEAVES
THE BIDDING STARTS NEXT MONDAY, FEB 10TH & ENDS SUNDAY, FEB 23RD @ 4 PM
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Lot 01, Kurdi-Quchan, Persia, 160×115 cm, RRP $4000
Superfine Kurdi-Quchan, Circa 1975
Very fine wool pile and foundation, Rare piece
woven by Kurdish settlers in Quchan area, North-Eastern region of Khorasan in Persia
Size 160×115 cm
Auction Estimate: $1000-$1500Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 02, Custom-Made Turkaman weave runner , 598×81 cm, RRP $9000
Hand knotted Turkaman weave hall-runner , 19th century Caucasian design inspired, woven in a studio in Mazarsharif circa 2015,
Handspun wool pile with natural vegetable dyes, Symmetrical knotting technique, double wefts to ensure durability.Afghanistan
Size 598×81 cm
Auction Estimate: $3000-$4000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 03, A pair of Seneh Marriage trousseau, 315×110 cm, RRP $9000
A pair Seneh rugs which woven on the same loom (still attached to each other),
Takpood quality, cottage weave, A marriage trousseau woven by the family of a young Kurdish-bride for a Jahazieh circa 1970,
Cottage weave in Kurdistan, PersiaSize 315×110 cm
Auction Estimate: $2500-$3000
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Lot 04, Custom-Made Amritsar in Nain design, 308×78 cm, RRP $4000
Hand knotted Amritsar hall-runner in classic Nain design,
400,000 asymmetrical knots per square metre
fine NZ wool with silk inlay,
India
Size 308×78 cmAuction Estimate; $1000-$1500
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Lot 05, Vintage Gabbeh, Persia, 64×104 cm, RRP $2500
Vintage Persian Gabbeh Rug Location: Mid 20th Century Persia Size: 164 x 104 cm Date: Circa 1960
This vibrant Gabbeh was hand-woven by members of the Kashkuli clan of the Qashqai people, inside a traditional tent in the 1960s. It features handspun local wool dyed with natural vegetable dyes, ensuring a rich, organic palette. The design of this rug draws unique inspiration from the architectural elements of a pigeon tower, reflecting the intricate and functional artistry typical of Persian rural craftsmanship. This piece not only serves as a functional artefact but also as a cultural expression of its time and people.
RRP $2,500
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Lot 06, Persian Sarouk, 206×149 cm, RRP $6000
Cottage weave Persian Sarouk, Circa 1946
Famous Safavid Garden design, Rare piece
100% fine local wool pile, double wefts to ensure durability,
North West Persia
Size 206×149 cm
Estimate; $2000-$2500Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 07, Seljuk in Caucasian design, 126×83 cm, RRP $2000
Seljuk weave Studio work Afghan rug,
Inspired by a 18th century Caucasian design
Handspun wool pile with Natural Vegetable dyes
Size 126×83 cm
Auction Estimate; $600-$800Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 08, Fine Turkaman weave Mamluk rug, 149×99 cm, RRP $3000
Studio weave Afghan Turkaman, inspired by a 15th century Mamluk design,
handspun local wool pile with natural vegetable dyes
Woven in Mazarsharif by Turkaman artisans, in Afghanistan
Size 149×99 cmAuction Estimate: $800-$1200
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Lot 09, Antique Tekke-Turkaman, size 175×121 cm, RRP $6000
Tekke Turkaman, circa 1910, woven in Quchan area by Tekke clan of the Turkaman tribe.
all wool pile, 600,000 knots per square metre,
Rare and collectable,
Persia
size 175×121 cm
Auction Estimate; $1500-$2000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 10, Superb Caspian-silk Persian Qum, 200×130 cm, RRP $30,000
Pure Caspian silk Qum
Circa 1980, immaculate, over 1 million knots in every square metre,
Full silk Foundation and pure Caspian silk pile,Designed and woven by Master weaver called Olyaie (Signed piece).
Rare & collectable piece,
Persia
Size 200×130 cmAuction Estimate; $8000-$9000
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Lot 11, Vintage Persian Gabbeh, Persia, 200×134 cm, RRP $4000
Vintage Persian Gabbeh, woven in a tent by Qashqai nomadic women, Circa 1950
South Persia
Size 200×134 cm
Auction Estimate; $1000-1500Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 12, Chechen weave Kazak, Afghanistan, 264×186 cm, RRP $6000
New weave Afghan Chechen rug in 19th century Kazak design
Woven in 2015 in Mazare-Sharif by Chechen settlers in Afghanistan
New condition and very durable
Size 264×186 cmAuction Estimate; $1500-$2000
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Lot 13, Nomadic Qashqai Gabbeh, Persia, 46×96 cm, RRP $2500
Nomadic Qashqai Gabbeh, Chevron design which represents the ripples in a river,
Handspun wool, woven in a nomadic tent, circa 1960,
Fars region, Persia
Size 146×96 cmAuction Estimate; $700-$900
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Lot 14, Nain design Amritsar, 189 cm (Round), RRP $7000
Very fine Amritsar in Nain design, 14×14 quality,
NZ wool pile with silk inlay, very durable,
India
Size 189 cm (Round)Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 15, Superfine Bidganeh Bijar, Persia, 215×127 cm, RRP $8000
Superfine Bidganeh Bijar, double wefts, compact weave, Mid 20th century
Rare piece, in excellent condition,
Persia
Size 215×127 cm
Estimate; $2000-$3000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 16, Vintage Gabbeh, Persia, 226×83 cm, RRP $3000
Vintage Gabbeh woven by Kashkuli clans of Qashqai tribe nomads
Very durable, Natural vegetable dyes
South Persia
Size 226×83 cm
Auction Estimate; $800-$1200Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 17, Nomadic Qashqai, Persia, 155×104 cm, RRP $3000
Nomadic Qashqai, woven by Kashkuli clan, Nomadic piece, Circa 1970
Local wool pile and foundation
South Persia
Size 155×104 cmCertificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 18, Turkaman weave, Tree Of Life design, 150×95 cm, RRP $3000
Afghan Turkaman weave, Circa 2010, Local wool with natural vegetable dyes,
Inspired by a 19th century Caucasian Tree Of Life design.
Size 150×95 cm
Auction Estimate; $800-$1200Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 19, Antique Malayer, Circa 1900, Persia, 385×91 cm, RRP $12,000
Antique Malayer, restored, Circa 1900
all Wool pile and foundation, woven by Kurdish settlers in Malayer,
Rare & collectable piece,
Persia
Size 385×91 cm
Auction Estimate: $3000-$4000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 20, Vintage Balouch prayer rug, 124x89cm, RRP: $2500
Vintage and very fine Persian Balouch prayer rug,
nomadic weave from Khorassan region near Quchan,
circa 1960, immaculate condition, NE Persia,size: 124x89cm
Estimate: $600-$800
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Lot 21, Late 19th century Tabriz, 457x285cm, RRP: $30,000
Late 19th century Tabriz (Circa 1900), Hand knotted to a custom order in this unusual approx size 15 ft x 9.6 ft ,
cottage weave, Natural vegetable dyes, 19th century Mogul design, great piece for under a long dinning table,
rare & collectable,
NW Persia,
Size: 457x285cm,
Estimate: $8000-$10,000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 22, Superb and superfine pure silk Qum, 125x78cm, RRP: $10,000
Superb and superfine pure silk Qum Passargard design,
combination of 15th century stylized Safavid flowers and pictorial Persepolis motifs,
full Caspian silk pile and foundation, circa 1990, as new condition, Persia,size: 125x78cm
Estimate: $2500-$3000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 23, Ancient Pyzyrk Carpet inspired, 309x201cm, RRP: $9000
Hand knotted Jaipur rug, famous and Ancient Pyzyrk Carpet inspired,
original piece dated 500BC and it is held at Hermitage museum in Russia,
handspun wool pile, India,size: 309x201cm
Estimate: $2500-$3000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 24, Superb Isfahan, Silk based and inlay, Persia, 232x161cm, RRP: $20,000
Superb Isfahan, full silk foundation, lamb’s wool and silk pile,
approx. 850,000 Knots Per Square Metre, very durable, circa 1990, Persia,size: 232x161cm
Estimate: $5000-$6000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 25, Superfine Isfehan, circa 1975, Persia, 160×111 cm, RRP $15000
Superb quality Superfine Isfahan Zaro-nim carpet in classic Safavid Eslimi with Medallion design
Design is inspired by an early 20th-century Sairafian designer rug
superfine wool on a full silk foundation with 900,000 knots per sq/meter
Size; 160x111cmActin Estimate; $4000-$5000
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Lot 26, Turkaman weave Afghan in 19th century Khamseh Design, 272x179cm, RRP: $10,000
Custom-Made Afghan rug woven by Turkaman women artisans in a studio workshop in Mazar-Sharif using a 19th century Khamseh-Qashqai design,
Handspun local wool and natural vegetable dyes, Circa 2017,
Afghanistan.Size: 272x179cm
Estimate: $3000-$3500Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 27, Afghan Turkaman weave, Caucasian-Khorjeen inspired, size 271x181cm, RRP: $10,000
Custom-Made Afghan carpet woven by Turkaman artisans in a 19th century Caucasian design called Caravan (original 19th century piece was a flatweave Sumac), handspun wool and natural vegetable dyes, an unique and heirloom piece,
Afghanistan
Size: 271x181cm
Estimate: $3000-$3500Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 28, Superfine Ravar-Kerman, Persia, 298×205 RRP: $12,000
Superfine Ravar-Kerman, Pahlavi era- circa 1970, Superb workmanship, cottage weave in Kerman province, village of Ravar,
Fine Afshari wool pile with 500,000 knots per sq/ metre,
South Persia,
size 298×205
Estimate: $2500-$3000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 29, Master-weave Pictorial Isfehan, 127x80cm, RRP: $8000
Master-weaver Pictorial Isfahan, Omar Khayyam scene pictorial rug, signed at Mohammad Nasr’s home, c.1975, full silk foundation and fine Kork wool and silk pile, 900,000 Knots Per SQ Metre, Persia,
size 127x80cm
Estimate: $2500-$3000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 30, Collectable vintage Azari-Khorjeen Tacheh, 184×47 cm RRP $1500
Handwoven mid-20th-century Azerbaijan opened-Khorjeen or Tacheh, woven by Shahsavan nomadic women using the Soumak weaving technique. Originally a small double-sided saddle-bag, this khorjeen was recently opened and modified to join the opened bags together, creating a unique small runner. This piece features distinctive nomadic craftsmanship, which is both rare and highly collectable. Northwest Persia
Size 184×47 cmAuction Estimates: $500-$700
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Lot 31, Oversized Persian Tabriz, 40 Raj, 437x346cm, RRP $20,000
Custom-Made oversized Persian Tabriz, 40 Raj quality, over 400,000 knots per sq. metre, Circa 1970,
Classic Safavid corner & medallion design,
Very fine and durable,
NW PersiaSize 437×346 cm
RRP $20,000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 32, Modern weave Maimaneh Kilim, 259x163cm, RRP $2500
Afghan Maimaneh Modern weave flatweave Kilim,
100% local Qazni wool with natural vegetable dyes,
Reversable and very durable,
size 259x183cm,
Auction Estimate; $800-$1000
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Lot 33, Mid century Scandinavian design inspired, size 360x282cm, RRP $8000
hand knotted carpet in mid century Scandinavian design,
very durable handspun wool pile in flatweave & pile texture,
Very durable modern designer rug,
Northern India,size 360x282cm
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Lot 34, Hand knotted Persian Koohi-Afshar, 211x132cm, RRP $4000
Hand knotted Persian Koohi-Afshar,
tribal nomadic weave on the border of Kerman and Baluchistan province,
rare piece, Persia,size 211×132cm
Auction Estimate; $1000-$1500Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 35, Nomadic weave Luri-Olad 210x150cm, RRP $4000
Nomadic weave Luri, woven by Olad clan in South-Western region of Luristan (Lorestan).
handspun wool pile, Symmetrical knots, circa 1970,W Persia
Size 210x150cm
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Lot 36, Antique Luri Salt bag, 55×40 cm, RRP $500
Antique Luri Salt-Bag, nomadic weave, early 20th century
Sumac & Kilim weave mixed, collectable piece,W Persia
size 55×40 cm
Auction estimate; $200-$250Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 37, Antique Azerbaijan Kilim-Sumac, 340×166 cm, RRP $6000
Antique Azarbaiejan Kilim-Saumak
circa 1900
bedding cover
immaculate
Persia
size 340x166cmAuction Estimate; $1500-$2000
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Lot 38, Vintage Ersari Turkaman (circa 1950), 276x197cm
Old Ersari Turkaman, circa 1950, Araba-chi gul design,
very durable,
Woven by Ersari clan near Khiva in Afghanistan,
size 276x197cm
Auction Estimate; $1500-$2000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 39, Vintage Kurdi weave Enjelass, 193×119 cm, RRP $6000
Vintage Kurdi weave Enjelass, HSW wool pile, soft colours, decorative piece,
natural vegetable dyes, circa 1940, restored, immaculate,
NW Persia,
size 193×119 cm
Auction Estimate: $1500-$2000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 40, Vintage Heriz, 220×147 cm, RRP $6000
Vintage Heriz, Double wefts, Compact weave and very durable,
Persia
Size 220×147 cm
Auction Estimate: $1500-$2000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 41, Vintage Persian Heriz, 331x234cm, RRP: $10,000
This is a Persian Heriz rug from Mehraban village, crafted circa 1960 in Persia. This beautiful piece showcases a classic central medallion design, rich in deep reds, blues, and ivory tones. The geometric patterns and bold colours reflect the renowned Heriz style, known for its durability and aesthetic appeal. The border intricately balances the central motif, making this rug a perfect addition to both traditional and modern interiors.
Size: 331x234cm
Estimate: $2500-$3000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 42, Custom-Made Tabriz Ziegler, Persia, 310x205cm, RRP: $15,000
Parvizian- Tabriz, workshop production (circa 2000), Antique Ziegler design,
Handspun Kurdi wool and natural vegetable dyes, Symmetrical dyes, all wool pile and foundation,
NW Persia
Size: 310x205cm
Estimate: $4,000-$5,000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 43, Persian Kashan, 310x205cm, RRP: $7000
Persian Kashan, All-Over Safavid flowers, circa 1975,
Kork wool pile, 35 Raj quality (350,000 knots per sq/ metre), very durable,
Persia,
size 310x205cm
Estimate: $2500-$3000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 44, Superfine Qum, Kork wool, 330×78 cm, RRP $8000
superfine Kork wool Qum hall runner, circa 1970
Fine Kork-wool pile, 550,000 knots per sqm, total of 1,415,700 asymmetrical knots,
Classic Safavid floral with 3 medallions design
Persia
size 330×78 cmAuction Estimate; $2500-$3000
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Lot 45, Vintage Qum, Fine wool pile, 203×139 cm, RRO $15000
Vintage Qum, in beautiful condition for its age, Circa 1940
Moharammat-Paisely design
Fine wool pile with natural vegetable dyes,
rare & collectable piece,
Persia
Size 203×139 cmAuction Estimate; $4000-$5000
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Lot 46, Framed Superfine Silk Qum, 71x56cm, RRP $8000
Pure silk Persian Qum, over 1,000,000 knots per/ sq/ metre (total 397,60 knots),
Pure Caspian silk pile on a full silk foundation. Sold with the frame.
woven in 2015 in Qum, Persiasize: 71×56 cm (95 cm x 80 cm with frame)
Auction Estimate: $2500-$3000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 47, Superfine pure silk Qum, circa 1975, 76x60cm, RRP: $6,000
Pictorial Qum, pure silk pile and foundation, circa 1975 (late Pahlavi era), very fine knot density of 10×10 knots per centimetre (1,000,000 kpsqm).
Classic Tree of Life motif in the background, symbolising growth and eternity. The foreground is adorned with intricate depictions of archaeological vases, jugs, and porcelain pieces, representing Persia’s rich artistic heritage. It makes a great wall hanging.
Size: 76x60cm
Estimate: $1,500-$2,000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 48, Persian Qum, Kork-wool, 154x104cm, RRP: $6,000
Persian Qum, Kork wool pile, Very fine, circa 1980,
50 Raj quality with approximately 500,000 knots per square metre,
Persia,
size: 154x104cm
Estimate: $2,000-$2,500Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 49, Superfine Pictorial Qum Pure Silk, 77x53cm, RRP: $6,000
Pure silk Pictorial Persian Qum, famous hunting scene, Signed by Master Weaver Sharifi,
100% pure silk pile and foundation, woven in late Pahlavi II era 1970’s,
Size: 77x55cm
Estimate: $1,500-$2,000Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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Lot 50, Sultanabad Viss, Persia, 355x215cm, RRP: $8000
Sultanabad Viss, Woven by Armenian settlers in the region, Caucasian design inspired,
Handspun wool pile Very durable, Sultanabad or Arak Province, N.W PersiaSize: 355x215cm
Estimate: $2000-$2500Certificate of authenticity & valuation for this rug will be sent to the buyer after purchase.
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