Tabriz Shah Abbasi Black

The weaving ateliers of Lahore have long excelled in producing refined interpretations of classical Persian Tabriz designs, marrying subcontinental craftsmanship with the sophisticated aesthetic vocabulary of Safavid-era court carpets. This newly woven example presents a masterfully executed Shah Abbasi all-over design, where grand palmette blossoms in muted gold and ivory float upon a saturated midnight black field, interconnected by sinuous islimi vine scrollwork in olive and rust tones that create an elegant lattice structure across the entire surface. The composition features concentric rosette medallions interspersed between the primary palmettes, with delicate boteh motifs and serrated lancet leaves filling the interstices, demonstrating exceptional knot density and precise articulation. The border system employs a harmonious ivory ground carrying a complementary floral meander that frames the field without competing for visual dominance. This carpet possesses a quiet grandeur suited to formal interiors where depth of colour and complexity of pattern can be fully appreciated.