An unusual Ziegler carpet North West Persia, circa 1880 352cm x 291.5cm

An unusual Ziegler carpet North West Persia, circa 1880 On attractive turquoise ground, with bold palmettes and rich madder border, the piece has been cut and shut, 352cm x 291.5cm Footnotes: Please note that this lot is subject to the US embargo on the import of carpets of Iranian origin as of 06.08.2018 This striking example of a Zeigler -with unusual turquoise ground, typifies all the attractions of late 19th century Persian design. The name Zeigler refers to the Anglo Swiss company established in Manchester in 1883, which developed the original, and very distinctive 'Zeigler' pattern. The company had workshops in Arak and Tabriz and directly supplied famous retailers like Harvey Nichols and Liberty & Company. The company used the most up-to-date dying techniques and employed the best weavers and master craftsmen. With their overall boisterous flower patterns and soft, muted palettes it is no wonder that the Zeigler carpet proved such a hit with western buyers. This lot is subject to the following lot symbols: TP TP For auctions held in Scotland: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (Constantine, Constantine House, North Caldeen Road, Coatbridge ML5 4EF, Scotland, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please refer to the catalogue for further information. For all other auctions: Lots will be moved to an offsite storage location (Cadogan Tate, Auction House Services, 241 Acton Lane, London NW10 7NP, UK) and will only be available for collection from this location at the date stated in the catalogue. Please note transfer and storage charges will apply to any lots not collected after 14 calendar days from the auction date. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing