Leyli and Majnun carpet piece
The item was purchased in Iran 35 years ago for 3000 Aus dollar. I believe it is hand made silk. 1600 cm Length. 900 Width.
Uncle in IRAN
Inherited
Maybe
Hi Daniel,
Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.
Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:
An antique Isfahan Qalamkar hand-woven silk tapestry panel
Depicting Leyli and Majnun in a scene from the poem "Leyli and Majnun," central Persia, early 20th Century
63 inches high by 35 1/2 inches wide (1600 by 900 mm)
CONDITION: appears to be in good condition
PROVENANCE: acquired in Iran around 1985; thence by inheritance.
AUD$ 600-800*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.
Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, and thank you again for using Mearto.
I have amended the description with my apologies.
This recent auction sale was used as the basis for my valuation (https://www.liveauctioneers.com/item/89775965_isfahan-qalamkar-textile-leyli-and-majnun).
If you've seen these priced considerably higher, I would like to see the link as you may be looking at a retail price whereas the values Mearto provides are fair-market, for auction purposes.
Made by Leyli and Majnun???
Leyli and Majnun is a poem. This piece depicts both of the characters on this piece. Clearly have no idea the value of this item. I have seen these go for over $3000.