Decorative and Extremely Finely Woven Antique Lavar Kerman Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: Late 19th Century – Lavar Kerman rugs are considered some of the most elegant in the world and are desirable among both designers and collectors. This romantic Lavar Kerman carpet was created in the late 19th century and is a refined piece with gorgeous colors. The carpet as a fine weave and the supple, soft feel underfoot for which Lavar Kermans are known.
Kerman was a carpet weaving center that once produced the exquisite carpets for use in the courts of the Safavid rulers. In the early part of the 19th century, civil war broke out, and a devastating fire forced the Kerman weavers to move to the nearby town of Lavar. These carpets became known as Lavar Kermans and were known for their intricate designs and fine weave. This carpet is characteristic of the work produced by these skilled artisans.
