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LAVER KERMAN, TREE OF LIFE - PERSIAN

Circa 1920s
Approx. 7ft 4in x 4ft 7in (223 x 142 cms)

Set in off white ground, arabesque arches frame a profusion of flora and fauna in intricate colors, which is a defining aspect of these rugs. Rugs from Laver Kerman are known for the delicacy of design and pattern.
In this piece the plant at the base unfolds into a multitude of flowers, vines and leaves. The two birds with their babies guarding plant are stylized and capture the eye for patterning in simplified form The broad border in a contrasting deep madder sets off a meandering vines and flowers.
The Tree of Life is an ancient symbol found across civilizations and is conceived as a symbol for sustenance of all life form; its roots reaching deep down into earth and its branches spreading across and out to the skies above.

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  Lot 1 of 30  

24-HOUR AUCTION: CARPETS AND RUGS
14-15 MARCH 2012

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Winning Bid
Rs 4,34,532
$8,868

(Inclusive of Buyer's Premium)


Laver Kerman


 









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