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Lot Essay
The knot count measures approximately 9V x 10H per cm. sq.
The design of the present rug is formed of an intricate lattice of sinuous arabesques, interlocking leaves, floral stems and palmettes. Less persianate in feel, it appeals to the concurrent designs of William Morris who championed the Arts and Crafts movement in England in the 19th century. Morris greatly admired Persian rugs and carpets, owning a number from which he took inspiration. Morris and Co, wove a large commission for Bullerswood in Chislehurst in Kent, the home of wool trader John Sanderson, now in the V&A, London (T.31-1923) which is clearly inspired by Persian weavings such as the present lot.
The design of the present rug is formed of an intricate lattice of sinuous arabesques, interlocking leaves, floral stems and palmettes. Less persianate in feel, it appeals to the concurrent designs of William Morris who championed the Arts and Crafts movement in England in the 19th century. Morris greatly admired Persian rugs and carpets, owning a number from which he took inspiration. Morris and Co, wove a large commission for Bullerswood in Chislehurst in Kent, the home of wool trader John Sanderson, now in the V&A, London (T.31-1923) which is clearly inspired by Persian weavings such as the present lot.