Pile Saddlebag Face
N°
04039
Period
Circa 1870
Origin
Khamseh Confederacy, Southern Persia
Status
Available
Size
75 x 54 cm2'5" x 1'9"
This Basiri bag face stands out as one of the finest I’ve ever handled. The weaver achieved an impressive knot count of over 120 kpsi. They used the softest silky wool and a full range of intensely saturated dyes. A maroon background sets off the iconic 16-sided central polygon, impeccably drawn with ivory hooks. This element seems to protect the central blue star octagon, which contains a polylobed rosette. The weaver rendered the herati pattern on the dark blue background with extreme precision. Unusually for this type, they included a bird head border. Complex weft float brocading adorns the closure panels, further showcasing the weaver’s exceptional skill.