Antique Baluch Rug from Northeast Persia with Repeating Tree of Life Motif c. Late 19th Century – 3’9 x 7’3 craftsman chair or sculptural occasional table

or sculptural occasional table

creating an attractive contrast with the finely painted portrait above

“Built as "Imperator" for the Hamburg-Amerika Line

but these imperfections do not detract from the overall integrity and beauty of the piece

Antique Baluch Rug from Northeast Persia with Repeating Tree of Life Motif c. Late 19th Century – 3’9 x 7’3 craftsman chair or sculptural occasional tableThis handsome Baluch rug from Northeast Persia, dating to the late 19th century, features a beautifully restrained palette and a field design composed of a stylized Tree of Life repeatan enduring symbol of growth and continuity in Persian weaving. The deep indigo field is adorned with finely drawn geometric botehs and tree forms arranged in orderly rows, bordered by a crisp ivory and red zigzag meander and flanked by narrow guard stripes that enhance