Antique Afshar Rug, Origin: Persia – Here is a truly wonderful antique rug – an Afshar piece made in Persia. This rug represents something genuinely special, and is a testament to the artisans who produced it. A breath-taking piece, this rug possesses many of the qualities most sought after by collectors and experts, and would bring beauty and sophistication to any home. Set over a camel background, this pictorial Tree of Life rug from Afshar features four cameos each depicting a Persian woman in traditional dress holding a decorative bouquet. Surrounding the central Tree of Life are four auspicious birds and four smaller Tree of Life motifs, which linking the pictorial cameos. Simply put, this rug is a remarkable piece of work. A unique and lovely design and composition combine to make this rug something more than a decorative piece: they combine to make it a veritable work of art.
Nazmiyal Collection Archive Record
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Artistic Antique Persian Afshar Pictorial Design Area Rug 43755
Size: 5 ft 5 in x 7 ft 9 in (1.65 m x 2.36 m)
Origin: Persian Rugs
Style: Afshar Rugs
This auspicious Tree of Life and pictorial cameo carpet features a dramatic composition completed by multiple borders and guardbands.
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