Antique Kerman Rugs: 17th C Vase Carpet

This is a splendid Vase carpet. It is an exquisite piece and 17th century seems reasonable. The attribution to Kirman is however problematic. I think the Beattie theory was deeply flawed and the experts who follow her lead are reckless.

This is a splendid Vase carpet. It is an exquisite piece and 17th century seems reasonable. The attribution to Kirman is however problematic. I think the Beattie theory was deeply flawed and the experts who follow her lead are reckless.