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Circa 1930s
Approx. 7ft x 4ft 7in (213.4 x 139.7 cms)


Traditionally the Pomegranate symbol meanings deal with abundance, fertility, lusciousness, generosity and union. Used in many cultures as a symbol of marriage, fertility, and love, the pomegranate with its leathery outer skin and its pink juicy, sweet interior is a symbol of encompassing bliss, reminiscent of passion and luxury.

According to the Quran, pomegranates grew in the gardens of paradise. The Prophet is said to have encouraged his followers to eat pomegranates to ward off envy and hatred. In Christianity, the pomegranate is a symbol of the resurrectionand the hope of eternal life. Primarily it was also used as a symbol of an aspiration, for us to tap into the luxurious side of life - recognize the richness, abundance and wonder that surrounds us at every turn.

In keeping with this inspiration , these carpets have the rich vibrancy in their colour palette, spectacular pink, orange and lavender hues combined with a unique aesthetic sensibility. Invariably the designs of a Kashgar are multi-cultural, one of a kind, displaying a rich array of medallions, The lines are neither too ornate nor geometrical just perfectly balanced.

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