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Antique Afshar Sofreh 189x161cm
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Haliden Oriental Carpets

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Antique Afshar Sofreh 189x161cm

1900 - 1920
Description

A rare Afshar brocaded cover or perhaps a large Sofreh (eating cloth). All-over diamond field lattice worked in needlepoint on madder ground. Good original condition throughout Circa 1900.

Physical Dimensions
Height
189cm (74.41")
Width
161cm (63.39")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Declaration

Haliden Oriental Carpets has dated this Antique Afshar Sofreh Rug to the 1900s.

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SA1216531
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Description
A rare Afshar brocaded cover or perhaps a large Sofreh (eating cloth). All-over diamond field lattice worked in needlepoint on madder ground. Good original condition throughout Circa 1900.
Height
189cm (74.41")
Width
161cm (63.39")
Depth
0.5cm (0.20")
Date of Manufacture

Haliden Oriental Carpets has dated this Antique Afshar Sofreh Rug to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1216531
Haliden Oriental Carpets
Haliden Oriental Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Jan 2017

Dealer in antique decorative carpets, runners, oriental and tribal rugs, cleaning and restoration specialist

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An antique Persian Afshar flatwoven Sofreh rug with a geometric diamond lattice pattern in crimson red, navy blue, and cream.
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Archive I An antique Persian Afshar flatwoven Sofreh rug with a geometric diamond lattice pattern in crimson red, navy blue, and cream.

Antique Afshar Sofreh 189x161cm

Archive II An antique Persian Afshar flatwoven Sofreh rug with a geometric diamond lattice pattern in crimson red, navy blue, and cream. View II
Archive III An antique Persian Afshar flatwoven Sofreh rug with a geometric diamond lattice pattern in crimson red, navy blue, and cream. View III
Archive IV An antique Persian Afshar flatwoven Sofreh rug with a geometric diamond lattice pattern in crimson red, navy blue, and cream. View IV
Archive V An antique Persian Afshar flatwoven Sofreh rug with a geometric diamond lattice pattern in crimson red, navy blue, and cream. View V
Archive VI An antique Persian Afshar flatwoven Sofreh rug with a geometric diamond lattice pattern in crimson red, navy blue, and cream. View VI
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Haliden Oriental Carpets

Haliden Oriental Carpets
Telephone 07774 606196
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Clevedon
North Somerset
United Kingdom

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An antique Persian Afshar flatwoven Sofreh rug with a geometric diamond lattice pattern in crimson red, navy blue, and cream.
Antique Afshar Sofreh 189x161cm
Ref: SA1216531
An antique Persian Afshar flatwoven Sofreh rug with a geometric diamond lattice pattern in crimson red, navy blue, and cream.
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  • ObjectRugs & Textiles
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StylePersian Tribal
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourCrimson, Navy Blue
  • MotifsDiamond lattice, geometric repeating motifs, tribal border, fringed edges
  • SizeH 189 cm (74 in) x W 161 cm (63 in) x D 0.5 cm (0 in)

This Persian tribal rug dates from the period around 1900 and functions as a brocaded cover or large sofreh eating cloth. The wool flatwoven textile measures 189 cm high by 161 cm wide and 0.5 cm deep, displaying an all-over diamond field lattice worked in needlepoint upon a crimson madder ground. Additional visual elements include navy blue and cream tones, geometric repeating motifs, a patterned tribal border, and fringed edges along the top and bottom ends. The piece suits modern interior settings as a decorative floor covering or textile display within a living room, bedroom, or study. Regular foot traffic should be kept moderate to preserve the wool weave in its original condition. Maintenance involves gentle shaking or careful surface cleaning to protect the traditional needlepoint patterns and structure over time.

FAQs

A Sofreh is a traditional flatwoven textile crafted by nomadic tribes, historically used as a dining cloth or spread for food preparation. Afshar weavers from southeast Persia are known for their geometric lattice patterns and saturated dye palettes.

These textiles are handwoven using locally sourced hand-spun sheep wool for both warp and weft, coloured with natural plant and mineral dyes. The flatweave technique produces a lightweight, pileless structure with dense geometric motifs.

Authentic pieces display natural colour abrash, which refers to subtle tonal variations in the dye due to small-batch yarn dyeing. They also feature hand-bound selvedges, irregular geometric symmetry typical of tribal looms, and soft wear consistent with natural age.

A flatwoven rug can be placed on hardwood flooring with a non-slip underlay to add texture and geometric pattern to a living space. It can also be displayed as a wall hanging or layered over larger neutral carpets to complement contemporary or bohemian decor schemes.

Vacuum gently using a suction-only nozzle without a rotating beater bar to avoid damaging the woven fibres. Spills should be blotted immediately with a clean dry cloth, and professional rug cleaning services specialising in natural dye textiles should be used for deep cleaning.
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