Antique Handwoven Persian Area Rug Kerman Design

About the Item

Antique hand-woven Persian area rug made from fine wool and all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for people and pets. It features traditional Kerman weaving depicting "Sabsizar," a notable nature theme that features flowers, waterfalls, gardens, trees, and rivers, among others. This area rug has dimensions of 8' x 11'5" which is ideal for living rooms and dining areas. Among Persian rugs, Kerman is definitely one for the books. The outstanding craftsmanship it exudes has earned the appreciation of historical icons such as Marco Polo who is said to be the first Westerner to admire the fine Kerman rugs when he visited the city in 1271. He described the carpets and other textiles to have intricate embroidery and needlework with details of flowers, trees, and animals like birds woven using colorful threads. Fun facts about rug names: The city of Kerman, the capital of Kerman Province in south-central Iran, is an arid and relatively isolated land. The province is said to be home to about 60,000 people. However, many experts believed that its dry climate has encouraged the flourishing of arts such as the production of handwoven Kerman rugs and shawl or scarves as people’s livelihood rather than agriculture since the early 1500s. Despite its location, it is an unavoidable trail for traders passing through the Silk Road, making the city a vibrant trading and weaving center for these masterpieces. These rugs were also seen first adorning the homes of wealthy people in Persia.

Dimensions:

Width: 96 in (243.84 cm)Length: 137 in (347.98 cm)

Style:

Other (In the Style Of)

Materials and Techniques:

Wool

Place of Origin:

Iran

Period:

Mid-20th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Unknown