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161 X 270cm Fine Antique Afshar Carpet
James Cohen Antique Carpets
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161 X 270cm Fine Antique Afshar Carpet

19th century
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A wonderful, tribal rug made with handspun wool and all natural dyes. The midnight blue field is covered in flowers and the weaver has cleverly arranged concentric diamonds through use of colour alone. Brick red corners are filled with multi coloured flowers and what looks like a row of rocket ships!. Finely woven and in great, original condition. The pile is a little flat but there are no significant repairs, with original side cords and even quite a bit of the original flat woven kilim ends. Lovely.

5'4" x 9'0"

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James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Afshar Carpet to the 1880s.

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A wonderful, tribal rug made with handspun wool and all natural dyes.
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The midnight blue field is covered in flowers and the weaver has cleverly arranged concentric diamonds through use of colour alone.
James Cohen Antique Carpets

Brick red corners are filled with multi coloured flowers and what looks like a row of rocket ships!. Finely woven and in great, original condition. The pile is a little flat but there are no significant repairs, with original side cords and even quite a bit of the original flat woven kilim ends. Lovely.

5'4" x 9'0"

Date of Manufacture

James Cohen Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Afshar Carpet to the 1880s.

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James Cohen Antique Carpets
James Cohen Antique Carpets
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Specialist in antique rugs, carpets and textiles 16th-19th centuries

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A hand-knotted rectangular wool carpet featuring a dark navy blue hexagonal field adorned with repeating geometric lattice motifs, surrounded by a bold terracotta red border.
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Archive I A hand-knotted rectangular wool carpet featuring a dark navy blue hexagonal field adorned with repeating geometric lattice motifs, surrounded by a bold terracotta red border.

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Archive III A hand-knotted rectangular wool carpet featuring a dark navy blue hexagonal field adorned with repeating geometric lattice motifs, surrounded by a bold terracotta red border. View III
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A hand-knotted rectangular wool carpet featuring a dark navy blue hexagonal field adorned with repeating geometric lattice motifs, surrounded by a bold terracotta red border.
161 x 270cm Fine Antique Afshar Carpet
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Afshar carpets are traditionally hand-woven by the semi-nomadic Afshar tribe located primarily in south-eastern Iran near Kerman. They are renowned for their geometric medallion designs, rich colour palettes dominated by terracotta reds and deep blues, and durable wool construction.

These carpets are hand-knotted using hand-spun wool pile woven onto a wool or cotton warp and weft foundation. Artisans historically used natural vegetable dyes extracted from plants, insects, and roots to create the distinct red, blue, and ochre hues.

Authentic Afshar rugs feature asymmetric or symmetric hand-knotted construction with slight irregularities in shape and pattern that reveal their handmade nature. Look for characteristic geometric lattice or stepped diamond medallion patterns, natural abrash colour variations, and a sturdy, dense wool pile.

An Afshar carpet anchors living spaces, dining areas, or studies by adding warmth, texture, and historical depth. Complement its deep navy and red tones with dark timber furniture, neutral walls, or contemporary leather seating for a balanced interior scheme.

Vacuum regularly using a suction-only setting without a rotating brush to prevent pile damage. Rotate the carpet annually to ensure even wear and light exposure, and address spills immediately by blotting with a clean cloth and mild wool-safe detergent.
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