Persian Rug, vintage Ghashghai - $475 (Essex, VT)

A colorful Persian vintage Ghashghai rug, a Nomad from an estate in Switzerland.
Approx.
age 1975.
Hand knotted, wool on wool foundation.
The rug has some worn areas, see photos.
Warm earthen tones from vegetable and mineral dyes.
Typical Ghashghai design.
The Ghashghai nomads' rugs are woven on horizontal looms and the weaver sits during the weaving process on the half made part of the carpet.
Well-made Ghashghai carpets are attractive and durable products that tell a lot about the conditions of the nomadic life.
Size 10'-4" x 7'-3"