Antique Kerman Persian Rug 3261

Antique Persian Rugs -- Kerman Rug, Persia, late nineteenth century - While the format and weave of this lovely antique Kerman stem from the world of Oriental carpet design, the coloration and naturalistic detail of the floral elements are decidedly western, a striking response to the repertory of Savonnerie and Axminister carpets. Only the heraldic cartouche of the Qajar dynasty at the top with its confronting sword-wielding lions re-affirms the Persian origin of the piece.