This Qom rug, dating to circa 1930, depicts birds and animals among flowers and curling stems. Their symmetrical arrangement surrounds a central floral medallion. Natural and fantastic creatures share the garden, their varied forms lending movement and a sense of wonder to the carefully ordered composition.
Inventory CodeFG-HK26-024
OriginQom, Central Persia
DateCirca 1930
Dimensions202 × 146 cm
MaterialKork wool and silk pile on cotton foundation
AvailabilityAvailable
