Gereh & Naqsh
From the Collection

Khajeh × Archang

Toranj Abbasi, a signed Mohammad Ali Khajeh carpet of Isfahan, lachak-toranj design with Shah Abbasi medallion and corners on an ivory field.
In Detail
Corner of the Toranj Abbasi showing the layered border system, the ivory main border with palmettes, and the woven Khajeh signature in the lower field above the kelim end and silk fringe.
Macro photograph of the carpet’s knotting against a calibrated rule, showing the fineness of the asymmetric knots on a silk foundation.