FINE ANTIQUE TABRIZ RUG, NORTH PERSIA.

Late 19th/early 20th century. The rug with overall Herati design on an ivory field within a sawtooth multiple borders centered by midnight blue spandrels with dense brick red floral sprigs. The main border of running dog design with connected medallions and vinery in ivory, blue, tan, and orange. SIZE: 3′ 2″ x 4′ 9″. PROVENANCE: Downeast Maine home, descendant of Knud Rasmussen, famous Danish arctic explorer whose “greatest achievement” was the massive Fifth Thule Expedition (1921–1924) being sold unreserved. CONDITION: The rug retains a soft yet rich palette with overall even wear, the ends with losses to fringe continuing into outer border. Rug remains supple. 51323-12 (500-1,000) – Lot 2124

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2017

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2124	$605.00	FINE ANTIQUE TABRIZ RUG, NORTH PERSIA. Late 19th/early 20th century. The rug with overall Herati design on an ivory field within a sawtooth multiple borders centered by midnight blue spandrels with dense brick red floral sprigs. The main border of running dog design with connected medallions and vinery in ivory, blue, tan, and orange. SIZE: 3′ 2″ x 4′ 9″. PROVENANCE: Downeast Maine home, descendant of Knud Rasmussen, famous Danish arctic explorer whose “greatest achievement” was the massive Fifth Thule Expedition (1921–1924) being sold unreserved. CONDITION: The rug retains a soft yet rich palette with overall even wear, the ends with losses to fringe continuing into outer border. Rug remains supple. 51323-12 (500-1,000) – Lot 2124 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques - Winter 2017 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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FINE ANTIQUE TABRIZ RUG, NORTH PERSIA.