Antique Persian BAKHTIARI RUG 10 7" X 7 Start Price USD 2,999.00 Current Price USD 2,999.00 Time Left - Bid Count 0 Buy It Now Price - Reserve Price - Start Time Wednesday, September 17, 2008 End Time Friday, October 17, 2008 Location Littleton, CO See more about 'Antique Persian BAKHTIARI RUG 10 7" X 7' Description   High quality Persian BAKHTIARI rug from Iran, hand-woven, wool on cottonUNUSED AGED SOFTENED COLORSHand-woven and Authentic, from the 1940s SIZE: EXACT SIZE: 7'  X 10'  7" The retail value of this rug is in the $5000 to $7000 range--we're open to your fair offerPlease see detailed description below the imagesplease also allow unenhanced images serve as part of the description Condition:   From the 1940s, excellent condition.  CLEAN, no wear, no stains, no holes, no damages WHO HAS WOVEN THIS BAKHTIARI RUG?A nomadic tribe in central Iran, Bakhtiari people have hand-woven their spectacular rugs for several centuries, and perhaps several thousand years. Thus, a long tradition of rug weaving continues the cultural and folkloric heritage of this unique tribe. Bakhtiari rugs are perhaps one of the finest, oldest and most famous and desirable of the Persian tribal rugs. Bakhtiari region is located near the city of Isfahan in Central Iran. Some of the Bakhtiaris immigrate back and forth between the warmer areas of South Iran and the cooler mountain air of North Central Iran, all the while taking their sheep herds with them through rough terrain and dangerous mountain passes. The wool from their sheep herds are cultivated for the weaving of their superb rugs. Oftentimes, a checkerboard field pattern of squares, representative of a Persian garden decorated with bird and animal images, typifies the Bahktiari design and motif, but in other instances geometric and floral patterns are also woven with great elegance and mastery. Their uniquely colorful designs expresses their love of nature and the natural beauty that enchants them in their daily life. Because of their superior quality wool and high degree of craftsmanship, antique Bakthiari rugs are highly collectible and proven to last for several generations--bound to become an heirloom. COLORS:  Think warm, warm, warm! This carpet gives a tea-steeped first impression with tomato, persimmon, melon and khaki surrounded by a warm ivory border and medallion. Cooled by turquoise and evening blue, and brought together with deep chocolate, charcoal and mocha.  Very distinct, very pretty, nice soft hand.  Lovely carpet. Provenance:  Just acquired from a Prominent estate in Denver, Colorado. This rug is offered with 100% satisfaction guaranteed -- if you don't like it for any reason, ship it back for a refund of your purchase price.  Please ask all questions before bidding.  Feel free to call us at 303-792-0900 or e-mail artsick@comcast.net   A flat rate of $75.00 for professional packaging, shipping and insurance in the continental USA.   Thank you! Place a Bid!