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Antique Masnad, Afshar Tribes, Sirjan Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.
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Antique Masnad, Afshar Tribes, Sirjan Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.

1900 - 1920
Sold 19 January 2026 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Description

The 'masnad' was a small, square rug, made for a Khan or important visitor to the tribe, to sit on.

This charming little masnad contains a madder-red central lozenge and madder-red spandrels containing stylised birds and animals. Around the central lozenge is a glowing indigo-blue ground with plants emanating from each end. The ivory main border depicts a continuous vine - symbolising the eternal cycle of life.

The rug, made by Afshar nomads in the Sirjan region of Kerman province circa 1900-1920, has a beautiful, glossy, full, woollen pile and is in excellent condition.

Size: 1.12 x 1.09m (3' 8" x 3' 7").

Physical Dimensions
Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Masnad to the 1910s.

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SA1175002
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BM2230
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Description
The 'masnad' was a small, square rug, made for a Khan or important visitor to the tribe, to sit on.
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This charming little masnad contains a madder-red central lozenge and madder-red spandrels containing stylised birds and animals.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Around the central lozenge is a glowing indigo-blue ground with plants emanating from each end. The ivory main border depicts a continuous vine - symbolising the eternal cycle of life.

The rug, made by Afshar nomads in the Sirjan region of Kerman province circa 1900-1920, has a beautiful, glossy, full, woollen pile and is in excellent condition.

Size: 1.12 x 1.09m (3' 8" x 3' 7").

Height
112cm (44.09")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Masnad to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1175002
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2230
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

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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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page

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Archive I An antique square Persian masnad rug featuring a central geometric medallion in red and blue with complex tribal border patterns. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Masnad, Afshar Tribes, Sirjan Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.

Archive II An antique square Persian masnad rug featuring a central geometric medallion in red and blue with complex tribal border patterns. View II
Archive III An antique square Persian masnad rug featuring a central geometric medallion in red and blue with complex tribal border patterns. View III
Archive IV An antique square Persian masnad rug featuring a central geometric medallion in red and blue with complex tribal border patterns. View IV
Archive V An antique square Persian masnad rug featuring a central geometric medallion in red and blue with complex tribal border patterns. View V
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
Location
North Cotswolds
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rugmac
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 113
Items Sold 1,073
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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An antique square Persian masnad rug featuring a central geometric medallion in red and blue with complex tribal border patterns.
Antique Masnad, Afshar Tribes, Sirjan Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.
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An antique square Persian masnad rug featuring a central geometric medallion in red and blue with complex tribal border patterns.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectRugs and Carpets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StylePersian Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourRed and Blue
  • MotifsGeometric medallions, Stylised floral motifs, Tribal border guards, Abrash shading
  • SizeH 112 cm (44 in) x W 109 cm (43 in)

FAQs

A masnad is a traditional small square rug or seating mat historically used in Persia by tribal leaders or nomadic families as a ceremonial seat of honour.

Traditional Afshar rugs from the Kerman province are hand-knotted using handspun wool for the pile and foundation, dyed using natural vegetable colorants such as madder and indigo.

Authentic pieces feature distinctive asymmetric knotting, natural wool variations, traditional geometric tribal motifs, and vegetable-dyed wool that exhibits abrash or subtle colour shading.

An antique tribal mat can be used as a floor accent, displayed as wall art, or placed on a bench to add texture, warmth, and historical depth to contemporary spaces.

Preservation requires gentle vacuuming without a beater bar, professional organic washing when necessary, and keeping the textile out of direct sunlight to prevent colour fading.
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