TIBETAN RUG FROM THE CENTRAL PROVINCE OF XIZANG

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As befits the mountainous country the sheep are resilient and produce strong top quality wool for the weaving of rugs. The designs are often of peonies and lotus flowers, both of which are symbolic in the Buddhist religion. For reference, good informative text and colour plates see the excellent book called ”Chinese Carpets” by E Gans-Ruedin, from page 187. Reference 3526. Size 162 x 116 cms., or 5ft. 4ins., x 3ft. 10ins. Euros 950