Petag Tabriz Silk Rug Dining tables Canaletto's use of atmospheric effects

Canaletto's use of atmospheric effects and vibrant local colours in this painting is particularly innovative

The rug's striking design includes a terracotta and pale blue central medallion set against a stunning ivory field

Width: 76cm  |  Depth: 50cm  |  Height: 93cm

This painting would be a beautiful addition to any art collection

The original would have been woven in wool but this commission has a pure silk pile woven on a cotton foundation

Petag Tabriz Silk Rug Dining tables Canaletto's use of atmospheric effectsA 'Petag' Tabriz design carpet with pure silk pile hand woven on a cotton foundation to 256 knots per square inch. After a large original Northwest Persian carpet, the design has been rescaled on this bespoke commission whilst retaining the original colouring. The PETAG workshop (Persische Teppiche A. G.), was a German initiative which produced high quality carpets to combat the decline in quality brought about by the mass production of the late 19th