Antique Beige and Blue Kerman Rug, 10.08x13.07

About the Item

Down in the Southeast of Iran, close to an oasis in the desert Dasht-e-Lut lies the city of Kerman with a population of approximately 350,000 inhabitants. The distance to Tehran is more than 1,000 kilometers and the city was founded in the 4th century and had great importance for the people who were travelling far along the trading routes between Iran and India. During the centuries different masters have ruled the city, for example Arabs, Seljuks and Mongolians. The city of Kerman today has a pleasant atmosphere with mosques, blocks with bazaars, and tea houses. Carpet-making has long been an important industry there, and Kermans are easily recognized. The ground color is often red, with patterns dominated by a centrally placed medallion and a wide border filled with flowers. The carpets that were manufactured before World War I usually have different motifs, such as trees, animals and figural motifs. The material as well as the design is usually of good quality. The carpets were considered to be the best among the Iranian carpets, but newer productions unfortunately suffer from a reduction in quality. Modern carpets with the name Kerman-Lavar often come with all-over floral motifs in clear colors. The carpets are also sold under the name Kirman. This piece is an antique, from the 1920s, and has an all-over design in dark blue on a beige field. It has a wide double border, with an intricate design throughout. Measures 10.08x13.07.

Dimensions:

Width: 128 in (325.12 cm)Length: 163 in (414.02 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Wool,Hand-Knotted

Place of Origin:

Iran

Period:

1920-1929

Date of Manufacture:

1920s

Condition:

Minor fading.