Fine Antique Lavar Kirman
N°
00211
Period
Circa 1870
Origin
Southeast Persia
Materials
Wool
Status
Available
Size
318 cm x 210 cm10'5" x 6'10"
Sometimes referred to as Kirmanshah in the trade, rugs of this type are the finest nineteenth-century workshop weavings from the city of Kirman. Exquisitely woven using the softest quality wool available, these are distinguished by the use of a delicate palette often on a light background. The infinite repeat pattern of multicoloured palmettes and rosettes against an ivory background with an ivory border is possibly the best design and colour combination I can think of for this rare type. The lovely size makes this a real jewel of weaving.