Lot #55: CHOBI Ziegler Hand-Knotted Runner Rug - 10 ft x 2.1 ft

CHOBI Ziegler Hand-Knotted Runner Rug - 10 ft x 2.1 ft A beautiful hand-knotted runner rug. It's made from 100% hand-spun wool with natural dyes. Dimensions are 10 ft by 2.1 ft. Featured Auction Lot Up for absolute auction is this genuine, masterfully crafted Chobi Ziegler runner rug. Designed to seamlessly blend timeless Persian artistry with sophisticated Western aesthetic sensibilities, this collector-grade hallway piece features a striking balance of high-contrast motifs and soft, organic earth tones Specifications Dimensions: 10 ft. x 2.1 ft. (approx. 305 cm x 64 cm) Shape: Hallway Runner Foundation: Hand-Knotted Wool Pile Material: 100% Hand-Spun Ghazni Wool Dye Type: 100% Organic Vegetable & Natural Dyes Condition: Pristine / Never Been Used (New Old Stock) Connoisseur's Notes & Quality Indicators Authentic Hand-Knotted Construction: Features an authentic, exposed natural fringe directly extending from the warp threads—not sewn on. Striking Field Contrast: A rich charcoal-black main field serves as a dramatic canvas for large-scale floral palmettes and elegantly sweeping vine scrolls. Chobi Aesthetic: Woven using hand-spun wool that naturally yields beautiful abrash (subtle, artistic color variations), removing the harshness of synthetic carpets. Exceptional Durability: The premium Ghazni wool construction features high lanolin content, making the fibers naturally stain-resistant and perfectly suited for high-traffic entryways and corridors Key Characteristics Origin & Style: Developed initially by the Anglo-Swiss company Ziegler & Co. in the late 19th century, the Ziegler style modifies classic Persian designs to suit Western aesthetic tastes. "Chobi" originates from the Persian word choob (meaning wood), referencing the natural, muted earth tones derived from organic vegetable dyes. Design Elements: Features large-scale, stylized palmettes and sweeping vine scrolls down the center, framed by an ivory or tan border adorned with geometric blossoms. Material: Hand-knotted from natural Ghazni hand-spun wool, giving it a soft sheen and high durability for long hallways Pickup category timeslot {A}