19th century Shahsavan silk jajim.This type of weaving was utilized as a bedding cover by nomads or in a village setting. This piece features rich, deeply saturated tones in bands of red, blue, yellow, green, ivory, and brown woven in a very fine silk. Warpface woven in multiple strips that have been sewn together. A collector's piece with exceptional dyes and materiality that is all about COLOR. A powerful piece that would be very impactful hung on the wall.

Antique Shahsavan Silk Jajim - 4’8 x 5’11

Regular price $1,450.00 Sale

This silk jajim was handwoven by the Shahsavan during the 19th century.

This type of weaving was utilized as a bedding cover by nomads or in a village setting. This piece features rich, deeply saturated tones in bands of red, blue, yellow, green, ivory, and brown woven in a very fine silk. Warpface woven in multiple strips that have been sewn together. A collector's piece with exceptional dyes and materiality that is all about COLOR. A powerful piece that would be very impactful hung on the wall.

In very good condition with some areas of wear (as pictured)

Size: 4’8" x 5’11" [142cm x 180cm]

Age: 19th Century

Type of Textile: Shahsavan Silk Jajim Fragment

Material: Silk

Condition: Very good with some field wear

BK2812

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