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Antique Persian Silk Kerman Prayer Rug 47611

Size: 4 ft x 6 ft (1.22 m x 1.83 m)
Origin: Persian Rugs

This comely antique Kerman rug features a lovely prayer design, characterized by beautifully detailed birds which perch upon and within fetching cypress trees of blue and red.

Antique Persian Silk Kerman Prayer Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: Late 19th Century – This comely antique rug of Kerman origin is characterized by a lovely, especially elaborate prayer design. Resplendent with beautifully rendered birds throughout, this remarkable antique Kerman is practically overflowing with impressive detail work. The lifelike birds, with their colorful plumage and striking eyes, are present both in the beautiful ivory colored field, and also within the charming arragment of red and blue cypress trees – which also serve to orient this prayer design rug. The cypresses themselves are characterized by their deep, rich tones which stand out boldly against the ivory field. Further attention to detail and impressive craftsmanship may be found throughout the classically composed borders, which feature exceptionally detailed floral elements. The overall impression left by this antique Persian carpet is one of grace and sophistication. Its classical design role as a prayer rug make this antique rug and especially remarkable composition.

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