Antique Isfahan

One large sub-group of these carpets, known as Indo-Isfahans, emulated the patterns of Isfahan court carpets by having their overall arrangement of large-scale palmettes interspersed...

An early 20th century Persian Isfahan runner with intricately woven floral lattice pattern on a black background, surrounded by a contrasting floral border.

An absolutely phenomenal early 20th century Antique Isfahan rug in jewel tones. Size: 4'9” x 6'9”

At the heart of this magnificent Isfahan rug lies a mesmerizing navy field adorned with a regal red medallion, an emblem of its grandeur.

A fabulous antique Isfahan rug, woven circa 1900. The design features a large circular medallion on a rich red field of flowers and vines surrounded by an elegant red border.

Royal palace in Isfahan is a  lithograph realized in 1864. Good conditions.

Royal Mosque in Isfahan is a  lithograph realized in 1864. Good conditions.

Elegant Persian rug featuring a lotus flower pattern, inspired by the classic Isfahan style. Handcrafted in Turkey, this early 20th century piece combines intricate design with histo...

An extremely fine antique Isfahan workshop carpet, woven in wool and silk with a very high knot density.

Woven with exceptional craftsmanship and a high knot density, this Isfahan exemplifies the opulence and technical mastery of Safavid textiles.

Handmade Antique Persian Style Isfahan Prayer Rug 4.6’ x 6.8’, 1900s, Good Condition, Wool Bring home a piece of history and elegance with this handmade antique Persian style Isfaha...

Champ des Morts, Ispahan – Antique Lithograph of the Cemetery at Isfahan, circa 1840 This atmospheric 19th-century lithograph titled Champ des Morts (Field of the Dead) presents a s...

Zurabek – Caspian Sea to Isfahan, 1722 This 18th-century copperplate map, titled Carte de la Route de M.

Historical Context of Isfahan Isfahan in the 17th Century: - **Capital of Persia:** Isfahan became the capital of the Safavid Empire under Shah Abbas I (reigned 1588–1629).

The gently raised border is further enriched with floral sprays arranged between moulded ribs, a decorative treatment often associated with metalwork produced in centres such as Isfa...

These rich and enduring tones achieved through the use of premium wool and silk highlights over a century ago exhibit a luminous depth and a refined elegance that are hallmarks of th...

No. 1601 - Isfahan Rug - Extremely fine - Circa 1920 - 235x156 This magnificent rug has undergone a thorough cleaning and meticulous inspection by our experts in our workshop.

The precise symmetry and proportion of the design reflect the meticulous craftsmanship of master weavers in Isfahan's royal workshops. Encircling the field is a striking main border...

Major cities such as Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, and Herat are clearly identified, alongside caravan routes, rivers, deserts, and mountain ranges that defined travel and communication a...

Technique: Copper engraving with original hand color Maker: European School, circa 1749 Keyword block (important for reach): Persia, Persian costume, Safavid, Middle East, Iran, Isf...

The sofreh from Kamo, a village located not far from Isfahan, are probably the most dazzling in their array of abstract patterns and bold colour juxtapositions.

A red field with an orange tinge is the foil for an in and out palmette and coloudband pattern loosely adapted from classical 17th century Indo-Isfahan carpets. The pale green matchi...

The so-called European flower (gol farangh) pattern has been quite popular in Persia since the Safavid period (1506-1722), gracing the architectural of many mosques from Isfahan to K...

Technique: Copper engraving with original hand color Maker: Rigobert Bonne, Paris, circa 1780 Keywords: Persia Iran Georgia Caucasus Armenia Azerbaijan Iraq Mesopotamia Kurdistan Kh...

The technical execution utilizes the symmetrical Turkish knot, which provides the crisp, razor-sharp definition necessary to render the intricate botanical borders and the sophistica...

The sofreh from Kamo, a village located not far from Isfahan, are probably the most dazzling in their array of abstract patterns and bold colour juxtapositions.

Rivers, caravan routes, towns, and cities are finely engraved, including Tehran, Isfahan, Shiraz, Tabriz, Mashhad, Herat, Kandahar, and Kabul.

Blackie, Scotland, 1860 Keywords: Persia map, Iran map, Afghanistan map, Beloochistan map, Balochistan, antique Persia map, Middle East map, Central Asia map, South Asia frontier, C...

Such works were produced in Kashan and later in Isfahan, celebrated centers of Safavid ceramic artistry.

Behind him, horsemen and veiled women animate the courtyard scene, framed by crenellated city walls and domed architecture suggestive of Isfahan or Tehran. The composition captures ...

Kashan, located in central Iran, was a prominent stop between Tehran and Isfahan, known for its textiles, tiles, and trading posts.

Centered on present-day Iran, the map stretches from the eastern shores of the Mediterranean and the Caspian Sea to the frontiers of India and Tartary, and from the Russian steppe in...

This rug draws its' inspiration from Isfahan court carpets woven in Persia in the 16th century.

Topographical details such as rivers, mountain ranges, and deserts are depicted, along with numerous place names—both classical and then-contemporary—including major cities such as I...

52435 Rustic Antique Persian Isfahan Rug, 08'00 x 12'02. Rustic sensibility meets understated elegance in this hand knotted wool distressed antique Persian Isfahan rug.

These pastoral nomads, who trace their lineage to the Turkmen and Ersari tribes, traverse the vast expanse of the Isfahan province, from the south of Shiraz and beyond.

These pastoral nomads, who trace their lineage to the Turkmen and Ersari tribes, traverse the vast expanse of the Isfahan province, from the south of Shiraz and beyond.

In late April 1703, De Bruijn left Moscow along with the party of an Armenian merchants from Isfahan whose name he recorded as Jacob Daviedof.

The palettes of deep turquoise, cobalt blue, rich red, and ivory evoke the rich ceramic traditions of Isfahan and Kashan, known for their technical excellence and lyrical beauty.

These artefacts, now much sought after, derive their designs and colours from models of the Mughal period and the so-called Indo-Isfahan has woven between the 16th and 17th centuries.

On the Design: Admirers of the craft may note an inspiration from antique Persian rugs, particularly those of Isfahan rug sensibilities, in the all over floral patterns of the field...

Joshagan is situated about eighty miles along the road from Isfahan in Central Persia. This small mountain province is important in the history of carpet production and as early as t...

Engraving(Ghalam Zani) is the art of carving superb designs on various metals such as copper, brass, silver and gold. Isfahan is the main centre for engraving . The artistic work of ...

The special design and color of this carpet are specifically inspired by the Safavid carpets of Isfahan that were woven during the reign of Shah Abbas.

**Fars:** A province in the southern part of Iran, historically significant as the birthplace of the Persian Empire. 4. **Isfahan:** A province and city known for its cultural herita...

The interplay of indigo and rose, gold and sable, mirrors the opulent restraint found in the world’s great courtly traditions—from Isfahan to Agra, from palace corridors to imperial ...

Production of fine rugs continued here through the decline of the Mughal Empire in the 17th century after which most antique Agra rugs were categorized as Indo Isfahan weaving. Since...

The pile wool comes from local sheep and is somewhat softer than that used in Tabriz, Kashan, Isfahan or other western or central Persian city carpets.

Production of fine rugs continued here through the decline of the Mughal Empire in the 17th century after which most antique Agra rugs were categorized as Indo Isfahan weaving. Since...

Production of fine rugs continued here through the decline of the Mughal Empire in the 17th century after which most antique Agra rugs were categorized as Indo Isfahan weaving. Since...

Production of fine rugs continued here through the decline of the Mughal Empire in the 17th century after which most antique Agra rugs were categorized as Indo Isfahan weaving. Since...

Production of fine rugs continued here through the decline of the Mughal Empire in the 17th century after which most antique Agra rugs were categorized as Indo Isfahan weaving. Since...

The town of Kashan located in central Iran between Isfahan and Tehran is often referred to as the greatest weaving center in western Persia.

The series was inspired by the arrival of a Persian embassy in 1741, which traveled from Isfahan to Constantinople and drew immense attention in Europe for the exotic animals in its ...

Rendered in blues, oranges, reds, and greens, they suggest glazed tilework used on Persian mosques, palaces, and madrasahs, especially in regions like Isfahan, Shiraz, and Kashan. T...

17th C Isfahan carpet Natural corrosion to crimson and dark brown, with associated extensive repiling, localised repairs, selvages rebound.

With a classic 16th Century Isfahan design on a sky blue field within a plum palmette border.