No. 10981 – Large Nain 6La Carpet, signed Habibian, Central Iran. A highly refined Persian carpet of exceptional quality, distinguished by its intricate floral composition, extremely fine knot density, and prestigious Habibian signature.
Technical Details
- Origin: Nain 6La, signed Habibian (Central Iran)
- Dimensions: 596 × 400 cm (23.84 sqm)
- Technique: Hand-knotted
- Knot Density: Approx. 1,000,000 knots per sqm
- Thickness: 5–6 mm
- Quality: Fine workmanship with warp made of six thin, tightly twisted cotton threads
- Dating: Circa 1980 (last quarter of the 20th century)
- Signature: Habibian (woven inscription)
- Condition: Good; pile, selvages and fringes intact and original. Not restored
Design & Decoration
The carpet presents a stylised floral composition with recurring motifs of four-, six- and eight-petalled flowers, branches, leaves, and naturalistic elements. The border is composed of five floral frames, enhancing the structure and symmetry of the design.
The field is richly decorated with seven repeated ornamental bands, consisting of two alternating decorative patterns that create rhythm and visual depth across the surface.
Colours
Field: Ivory
Border: Hazelnut
Other colours: Light blue, blue, dark blue, light brown, dark brown, rust
Materials
Warp: Six thin, tightly twisted cotton threads
Weft: Cotton
Pile: Fine wool and natural silk
Signature
The signature is positioned at the upper centre of the field, close to the fringes, within a hazelnut-coloured rectangular cartouche. It is woven in white yarn outlined with light blue yarn and bears the Persian (Farsi) inscription: “Iran, Habibian, Nain”.
Provenance & Appraisal
Private Collection: Trento (TN), Italy
Date of Virtual Appraisal: 15 November 2025
Estimated Value
The retail value is estimated between €3,355.70 and €3,775.17 per sqm, corresponding to a total value between €80,000.00 and €90,000.00.
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Enquiries
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