Parastoo cushions some holes patched and darned

some holes patched and darned to verso

A genuine and robust antique - not to be confused with modern versions that use flimsier woven panels

turquoise on a blue ground with red spandrels and turquoise/pink borders

Two bites (to one edge and one corner end) have been mended by Yarn (patches to verso with embroidered stitching to front to blend in)

minor colour restoration to preserve integrity of pattern

Parastoo cushions some holes patched and darnedA very attractive antique 1920s runner from north west Persia with subtle colouring and classic design motifs. Pink terracotta field with central row of variously coloured octagons each with a hooked medallion within. Various filler ornaments. Ivory angular motifs in main border and pale green flowerhead guards. Overall even wear with colour run in a couple of places. Lacking outer guard at lower end. Video here. 318 x 112cm