Antique Bidjar Persian Wagireh Rug, late nineteenth century - This elegant antique Bijar is a pattern sampler or Wagireh used to create larger carpets. It consists of quarter sections of medallions and cornerpieces for the field, with various filler motifs and portions of borders. All these elements come together to produce a dynamic composition with considerable interest in its own right. The beauty of the piece is underscored by the lovely rich coloration and lustrous wool.