A fine North Indian carpet of Safavid design

Approx: 230cm. x 176cm. Very nicely drawn design with polychrome palmettes, floral and leafy vine together with animal combat groups around cusped medallion with bold palmette and mythological creatures. Very good colour combination. This carpet has good pile, soft wool quality. Selvages original. Ends with short fringes, secured. Fine weave, approx; 6 x 6 knots per sq. cm. In general, this carpet is in very good usable condition. Attractive and very good furnishing piece.