Antique 18th Century Persian Velvet Compound Cloth Textile Size:2'10" x 4'7" Lovebird motif throughout

Lovebird motif throughout

Item ID: 5116

Item ID: ab01024

Size measures 2'8" x 6'2"

Antique 18th Century Persian Velvet Compound Cloth Textile Size:2'10" x 4'7" Lovebird motif throughout:: Made in Persia likely during the Zand dynasty in the 18th century though possibly the 19th century, and likely woven in the Yezd region, this velvet compound cloth textile was likely produced for an upper class or courtly setting. The field features a striking and unusual repeating pattern of stylized human figures interspersed with small trees, creating a rhythmic and highly decorative composition. A multi striped border in warm, earthy tones