European Design Carpet From The Safavid Empire

This is an antique European Tetex rug woven in Germany during the first quarter of the 20th century, circa 1920s.

This rug features a traditional Persian pattern that is inspired by the classic early rugs of the Safavid royal family. Its design consists of large palmettes with patterns of protruding cloud bands, all connected to a discreet vine with blooming flowers on a saffron yellow background.
The border continues the theme of large palmettes connected by a thin vine with smaller flowers on a background that creates color contrasts with the darker fields. This example has been preserved in excellent full stack condition and retains all of its original fringes.

The history of the Tetex carpet..

Europeans love to have Persian rugs and other oriental rugs in their home or office, which is why Persian rugs have always been in high demand in Europe.
During the 1920s and 1930s, Persian and Caucasian rugs were so popular and weavers from Persia and the Caucasus could not keep up with the orders from Western merchants. So some of the merchants decided to make the Persian and Caucasian design in Europe, some started in Germany which is called Tetex and some were made in Austria with another technique.


Dimensions: 306x200 cm without fringes
Condition: Very good condition, slightly dull fringes, color shades in saffron yellow background.
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