Lot 156
Marbadiah Rug – Stars of David – Jerusalem, 1920s
Geometric rug depicting Stars of David, made at the Marbadiah Workshop. Jerusalem, [1920s]. Central panel with repeating pattern consisting of Stars of David in hues of red and blue. The rug was cut from a longer runner and finished (presumably by Marbadiah), as indicated by the visible seam and color differences. Signed in the border "Marbadiah Jerusalem."
Approx. 124x77cm. Good condition. Some damage and repairs. Fringe trimmed. Uneven edges.
Literature: Jewish Carpets, by Anton Felton. Woodbridge: Antique Collectors' Club, 1997, p. 116. Provenance: The Anton Felton Collection.
