Afshar rug

Antique Persian Afshar Rug, c. 1900 Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'6" W x 6'6" L Origin: Persia Period: c. 1900 Rug ID: 19458

Afshar Rug, 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 4'5" W x 5'5" L Origin: Persia Period: 19th Century (4th Quarter) Rug ID: 20136

Afshar Rug 17463, 19th century Exuding elegance, this finest of Afshar rugs is woven with symmetrical knots and a delicateness that approaches petit point. Afshar pile weaving was greatly inspired by the textile traditions of Persia, particularly that of Kerman. The Afshars of south Persia were centered around Kerman, which was an important weaving center on the Indian trade route. While Persian models largely shaped artistic styles and design in Mughal India throughout the 16th and 17th centuries, during the 19th century Kerman and southeastern Persia absorbed tastes emanating from their eastern neighbor. In fact, the insect-derived red dye used in the field of this remarkable piece is most likely Indian lac. Lac was utilized in the workshop carpets of Kerman, as well as for the shawls woven in the region. This piece displays superb color. Blossoming ‘boteh’ paisleys are sketched with hues of pistachio green, golds, sky blue, and white highlighting. The openness of these devices recalls similar drawing from both Kerman and Kashmiri shawls...

Afshar Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 5'3" L x 3'11" W Origin: Persia Period: Early 20th Century Rug ID: 19755

Afshar rug from south east Persia (Iran) Age: circa 1895 Size: 5′.4"x4′.2" (163×127 cm) This south east Persian presents a deep indigo ground with a diagonal pattern of Gol-i Fara...

19th Century Afshar Rug This extraordinary carpet will fascinate you with its intricate designs and vibrant colors that reflect the rich history and craftsmanship of the period. Eac...

Antique Afshar Rug 2'2'' x 2'2''. Saddlebags are always made in pairs and this attractive, boldly patterned piece shows two rows of giant ragged petal palmettes within a navy serrate...

:: Allover covered field in a serrated leaf design motif repeating with random alternating color fills in unusual early design style for the type. Wonderful abrashes throughout, bett...