The soft red field with stylised floral Tree of Life together with perching birds. Ivory arabesque mihrab above. In an ivory border of polychorme palmettes, mendering floral and leafy vine between apricot, floral vine, barber-pole and plain stripes. Rosette panel skirt at each end, approx: 124cm. x 79cm. Very nice example for this type with well drawn design and good colour combination. This rug has full pile, soft silk quality. Selvages original. Ends with original short kilim and fringes. Fine weave, approx: 7x 7 knots per sq.cm; woven on silk foundation. In general this rug is in very good condition throughout. Elegant and attractive piece. Signature cartouche at one end.