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Antique Bread Sofreh, Bakhtiari Tribes, the Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.
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Antique Bread Sofreh, Bakhtiari Tribes, the Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.

1900 - 1920
Sold 15 November 2024 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Description

Just in from Iran, this charming bread 'sofreh' comprising a white cotton field of stylised birds and made during the early 1910s - 20s.

Bread 'sofrehs' were used for kneading the dough on before baking the flat-bread on a hot metal plate. 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")

Physical Dimensions
Height
132cm (51.97")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Bread Sofreh to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1097076
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2108
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Description
Just in from Iran, this charming bread 'sofreh' comprising a white cotton field of stylised birds and made during the early 1910s - 20s.
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Bread 'sofrehs' were used for kneading the dough on before baking the flat-bread on a hot metal plate.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

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.

fig 1. An antique Persian Bakhtiari bread sofreh featuring repeating geometric bird motifs within a multi-bordered red and cream flatweave field.
fig 1. Antique Bread Sofreh, Bakhtiari Tribes, the Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.

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")

Height
132cm (51.97")
Width
99cm (38.98")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Bread Sofreh to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1097076
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2108
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 Persian Bakhtiari bread sofreh featuring repeating geometric bird motifs within a multi-bordered red and cream flatweave field. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Bread Sofreh, Bakhtiari Tribes, the Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.

Archive II An antique Persian Bakhtiari bread sofreh featuring repeating geometric bird motifs within a multi-bordered red and cream flatweave field. View II
Archive III An antique Persian Bakhtiari bread sofreh featuring repeating geometric bird motifs within a multi-bordered red and cream flatweave field. View III
Archive IV An antique Persian Bakhtiari bread sofreh featuring repeating geometric bird motifs within a multi-bordered red and cream flatweave field. View IV
Archive V An antique Persian Bakhtiari bread sofreh featuring repeating geometric bird motifs within a multi-bordered red and cream flatweave field. View V
Archive VI An antique Persian Bakhtiari bread sofreh featuring repeating geometric bird motifs within a multi-bordered red and cream flatweave field. View VI
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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An antique Persian Bakhtiari bread sofreh featuring repeating geometric bird motifs within a multi-bordered red and cream flatweave field.
Antique Bread Sofreh, Bakhtiari Tribes, The Chahar Mahal, Western Persia.
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An antique Persian Bakhtiari bread sofreh featuring repeating geometric bird motifs within a multi-bordered red and cream flatweave field.
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  • ObjectTextiles & Rugs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StylePersian Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourDeep Red
  • MotifsGeometric bird motifs, Multi-stripe borders, Band patterns
  • SizeH 132 cm (52 in) x W 99 cm (39 in)

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A sofreh is a traditional woven cloth used historically by nomadic and village tribes in Persia for kneading dough, resting bread, and serving meals on the ground.

These flatwoven textiles are typically crafted using hand-spun sheep wool for both the warp and weft, often combined with supplementary weft-wrapping or brocade techniques.

Authenticity is assessed by examining the natural dye palette, the irregularity of hand-spun wool, tribal iconography, and the specific structural characteristics of the weave.

These textiles are frequently mounted and displayed as wall hangings or used as distinctive flatweave floor coverings to add geometric pattern and heritage texture to a space.

Preservation requires keeping the textile out of direct sunlight, vacuuming gently with mesh protection, and avoiding chemical washing to protect the fragile natural fibers.
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