{"product_id":"kerman-vase-carpet-from-alice-de-rothschild-collection-art00675","title":"Kerman Vase Carpet from Alice de Rothschild Collection","description":"\u003ch3 style=\"caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(84, 84, 84); font-size: 13px;\"\u003eThe Kerman Vase-Technique Carpet (Model: ART00675) by Ararat Rugs is a distinguished creation inspired by the renowned 16th-century Kerman \"Vase\" carpets of southeastern Persia. This piece embodies the elegance and sophistication characteristic of Persian court art from that era.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(84, 84, 84); font-size: 13px;\"\u003eA poetic reinterpretation of the famed Rothschild vase carpet—once part of Alice de Rothschild’s collection. The original trio of Alice de Rothschild of Waddesdon Manor surfaced in a 2016 Christie’s sale—a rare convergence of beauty, historical importance, and storied provenance. Built upon the legacy of the legendary Kerman Vase Technique carpets, this rug manifests a storied design lineage through modern craftsmanship and artistic fidelity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3673\" data-end=\"3696\" style=\"color: rgb(84, 84, 84); font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3673\" data-end=\"3696\"\u003eThese carpets offer:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3880\" style=\"color: rgb(84, 84, 84); font-size: 13px;\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3752\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3699\" data-end=\"3752\"\u003eExquisite natural dye palettes and meticulous weaving\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3753\" data-end=\"3808\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3755\" data-end=\"3808\"\u003eCultural gravitas rooted in Persian Safavid tradition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"3809\" data-end=\"3880\"\u003e\u003cp data-start=\"3811\" data-end=\"3880\"\u003eSophisticated design suited for collectors seeking depth and elegance\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp style=\"color: rgb(84, 84, 84); 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color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong\u003erich and varied palette\u003c\/strong\u003e mimics the vibrant yet refined color schemes of \u003cstrong\u003ehistorical Kirman Vase carpets\u003c\/strong\u003e, bringing \u003cstrong\u003ehistorical accuracy and artistic depth\u003c\/strong\u003e to this contemporary masterpiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003chr\u003e\u003ch3 style=\"caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDesign \u0026amp; Historical Influence\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp style=\"caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: rgb(0, 0, 0);\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKirman Vase carpets\u003c\/strong\u003e were renowned for their \u003cstrong\u003ecomplex, richly detailed compositions\u003c\/strong\u003e, often used in \u003cstrong\u003ePersian royal courts\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eceremonial halls\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cbr\u003eThis rug’s \u003cstrong\u003eintricate floral and palmette arrangements\u003c\/strong\u003e are \u003cstrong\u003esymmetrically balanced along the central vertical axis\u003c\/strong\u003e but are \u003cstrong\u003enot mirrored horizontally\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the composition a dynamic and organic feel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp style=\"caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); 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Its intricate design and rich color palette make it a timeless addition to any space.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ararat Rugs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51700729151784,"sku":"ART00675","price":250000.0,"currency_code":"CNY","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/7780\/8936\/files\/id_ART00675_V_v2.jpg?v=1776121338","url":"https:\/\/www.araratcarpet.com\/en\/products\/kerman-vase-carpet-from-alice-de-rothschild-collection-art00675","provider":"Ararat Rugs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}