Antique Masnad, Afshar Tribes, Sirjan Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.
Price
£1,750
| $2,310 USD | €1,991 EUR
Item Ref
BM2230
Description
The 'masnad' was a small, square rug, made for a Khan or important visitor to the tribe, to sit on.This charming little masnad contains a madder-red central lozenge and madder-red spandrels containing stylised birds and animals. Around the central lozenge is a glowing indigo-blue ground with plants emanating from each end. The ivory main border depicts a continuous vine - symbolising the eternal cycle of life.
The rug, made by Afshar nomads in the Sirjan region of Kerman province circa 1900-1920, has a beautiful, glossy, full, woollen pile and is in excellent condition.
Size: 1.12 x 1.09m (3' 8" x 3' 7").
Viewing by appointment only.
Internal Ref: BM2230
Dimensions
Height = 112 cm (44")Width = 109 cm (43")
Depth = 0 cm (0")
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