Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this piece to the 1910s.
During my search in Iran for these remarkabalke utilitarian weavings in the past, they were ofted caked in flour so that it was difficult to make out any colours or design. This sofreh has cleaned up well and is in excellent condition.

Other than the multitude of birds, I like the way the weaver has inserted a narrow band of undyed ivory wool through the centre of what is predominantly a white cotton field. Why she did this, sadly we will never know!
This sofreh will make a stunning wall-hanging.
Size: 1.32m x 0.99m (4' 4" x 3' 3")
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this piece to the 1910s.
Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.
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