Khorasan Belouch Sofrey 50480€1 461
ORIGIN
Iran
PERIOD
Early 1900's
CONDITION
Good
CONDITION REPORT
Some signs of use and minor moth damage
CONSTRUCTION
Wool warp and weft;
flatweave plain and countered and reverse sumakh
DIMENSIONS
Length 244cms
Width 67cms
CATEGORY
Sofrey
NOTES
This rare weaving has an atmosphere of festive celebration in its intricate drawing and colour palette; use of metal thread is extensive. Though one often sees Belouch sofrey this piece shows design elements of a very specific kind.
Reference: For ethnographic detail see article by Dr Elena Tsreva, Hali Issue 205, Autumn 2020
