Antique Khotan Rug, Origin: East Turkestan, Circa: Late 19th Century Rug – Antique Khotan rugs combine the best of Chinese, Central Asian, and antique Persian area rug design, and this splendid example is certainly no exception. The rounded octagonal medallions with rosette and pomegranate filler patterns are in the classic Khotan or Yarkand tradition, as are the stylized shrubs that fill the surrounding areas of the rich rust red field. The fretwork corner pieces, like the meander and cloud borders derive from Chinese tradition. Still, it is the dynamic, pulsating use of color here that makes this antique carpet come so alive, nicely balancing the brilliant effect of the crisp, dynamic drawing.
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Earthy Color Pomegranate Design Antique 19th Century Khotan Rug 42988
Size: 6 ft 5 in x 13 ft 4 in (1.96 m x 4.06 m)
Origin: East Turkestan Rugs
Style: Khotan Rugs
Antique Khotan, East Turkestan, late nineteenth century. Antique Khotans like this one combine the best of Chinese, Central Asian, and Persian rug design.
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