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THIRD QUARTER 20TH CENTURY

Afshar Golfarang Persian Rug

AFSHAR KERMAN · 76 × 53 CM (2'6" × 1'9")
$750AVAILABLE · AUD INC GST

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ABOUT THIS PIECE

Handwoven By Afshar nomads inhabiting the mountains of Kerman province, Woven from fine sustainably sourced local handspun wool and natural dyes, Afshar carpets are famous for their unique designs and durable Wool on cotton construction. Nomadic carpets are unique pieces of art, handwoven over many years through improvisation and reference to folk iconography specific to each region and using fine locally sourced and handspun wool. Nomadic carpets often depict an aerial view abstraction of the weaver’s pastoral nomadic life and their place in the universe, featuring many animals, people and plants and fields.

With its unique geometric design, Moosa khani is one of the most compelling motifs in the realm of Persian carpets, symbolizing the courage of Persian weavers past and present.

SPECIFICATIONS

CraftCarpet
OriginAfshar Kerman
EraThird Quarter 20th Century
MaterialityWool on Cotton
ColourIvory Tan
Area0.4 m²
Dimensions76 × 53 cm (2'6" × 1'9")
IN THE GALLERYOn the floor at 273a Swan St, Richmond, open Wed–Sun or by appointment. Plan a visit →
HOME TRIALTry it in your own room for seven days, obligation-free, anywhere in metropolitan Melbourne. Arrange one → How it works →
UNDERLAYCut to this rug’s exact size: $19.74. About underlay →
WITH ITHand-knotted, with a certificate of origin, and authenticated by Dyad Artisans. Free delivery Australia-wide over $200.
MORE PHOTOSA detail, the back, a video in daylight: ask and we will send them. Ask us →
REVIEWS5.0 from 50 Google reviews. Read them →
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