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Lot 0138: PERSIAN JUDAICA SILK CARPET W MOSES BY RAJABIAN

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A fine hand knotted Qum Persian silk carpet by Rajabian, signed in the cartouche on top. A highly detailed and skillfully crafted carpet shows Moses holding Ten Commandments on the right side, and Aaron, who was Moses brother and the first high priest in Judaism on the left side. The central scene depicts how the baby Moses is taken out of the basket in the river. The image of Moses is a common motif in Jewish art objects created in the Persian Region and in the Levant. The carpet has a large number of shades and very good detail, decorated with numerous Jewish symbols, ornaments and Hebrew inscriptions. Oriental Textile, Silk Carpets And Rugs For Home Decor, Judaica Decorative Collectibles.

Overall good antique condition. Signs of wear and Age. Refer to photos. Sold as is.
31 1/2 x 40 in. All measurements are approximate.

Auction Date

May 13th, 2023

PRICE WITH BUYER PREMIUM

$2,304.00