4 x 12 Vintage Kurdish Pictorial Rug 53892

53892 Vintage Kurdish Pictorial Rug, 04'00 x 12'02.

This hand-knotted wool vintage Kurdish rug illustrates the tragic love story of King Khosrow and Queen Shirin. It visually recounts the legendary romance between the Persian king Khosrow II and the Armenian princess Shirin, a renowned tale of love, betrayal, and tragedy from Persian literature. These rugs typically display intricately woven scenes depicting pivotal moments from the story, such as the lovers' initial encounter, their courtship, and their eventual tragic demise. Vintage Kurdish rugs often feature vibrant colors, elaborate designs, and symbolic motifs that capture the essence of the narrative and its cultural significance. Serving as both decorative pieces and storytelling mediums, these pictorial rugs uphold the timeless tale of Khosrow and Shirin within Kurdish artistic tradition.

• Tragic Love Story of King Khosrow and Queen Shirin.
• Abrash. Some Color Run.
• Hand knotted wool.
• Made in Turkey.
• Measures: 04'00 x 12'02.
• Date: 1980s. Late 20th Century.