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Antique Bread Sofreh, Afshar Nomads, Kerman Province, South Persia.
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Antique Bread Sofreh, Afshar Nomads, Kerman Province, South Persia.

1900 - 1920
Sold 23 May 2025 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Description

Woven by Afshar nomads circa 1900-1920, this might be described as 'modern art' today and if it were a painting by Mondrian, Klee or Rothko, then it would demand a high price as you might imagine! But, because it was woven art, made by a wandering nomad at the beginning of the 20th century, it would be over-looked! No signature to give it so-called status! Just a magnificent use of spontaneous weaving to create this stunning flatweave which would have been used for simply kneading dough to make the flat-bread (lavash).

The zig-zag movement, I believe, symbolises flowing water, one of the most important things to have in nomadic life along with bread and salt. Flatweaves like this look amazing on the wall. I love it!

Size: 1.30m x 0.97m (4' 3" x 3' 2").

Physical Dimensions
Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Declaration

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

Reference Numbers
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SA1137607
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2160
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Description
Woven by Afshar nomads circa 1900-1920, this might be described as 'modern art' today and if it were a painting by Mondrian, Klee or Rothko, then it would demand a high price as you might imagine! But, because it was woven art, made by a wandering nomad at the beginning of the 20th century, it would be over-looked! No signature to give it so-called status! Just a magnificent use of spontaneous weaving to create this stunning flatweave which would have been used for simply kneading dough to make the flat-bread (lavash).
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The zig-zag movement, I believe, symbolises flowing water, one of the most important things to have in nomadic life along with bread and salt.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Flatweaves like this look amazing on the wall. I love it!

Size: 1.30m x 0.97m (4' 3" x 3' 2").

Height
130cm (51.18")
Width
97cm (38.19")
Date of Manufacture

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

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1137607
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2160
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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A rectangular antique Persian flatwoven sofreh featuring geometric zigzag patterns in shades of pink, dark blue, teal, and cream. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO
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Archive I A rectangular antique Persian flatwoven sofreh featuring geometric zigzag patterns in shades of pink, dark blue, teal, and cream. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Bread Sofreh, Afshar Nomads, Kerman Province, South Persia.

Archive II A rectangular antique Persian flatwoven sofreh featuring geometric zigzag patterns in shades of pink, dark blue, teal, and cream. View II
Archive III A rectangular antique Persian flatwoven sofreh featuring geometric zigzag patterns in shades of pink, dark blue, teal, and cream. View III
Archive IV A rectangular antique Persian flatwoven sofreh featuring geometric zigzag patterns in shades of pink, dark blue, teal, and cream. View IV
Archive V A rectangular antique Persian flatwoven sofreh featuring geometric zigzag patterns in shades of pink, dark blue, teal, and cream. View V
Archive VI A rectangular antique Persian flatwoven sofreh featuring geometric zigzag patterns in shades of pink, dark blue, teal, and cream. View VI
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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 112
Items Sold 1,075
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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A rectangular antique Persian flatwoven sofreh featuring geometric zigzag patterns in shades of pink, dark blue, teal, and cream.
Antique Bread Sofreh, Afshar Nomads, Kerman Province, South Persia.
Ref: SA1137607
A rectangular antique Persian flatwoven sofreh featuring geometric zigzag patterns in shades of pink, dark blue, teal, and cream.
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  • ObjectFlatweave Textile
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleNomadic Tribal
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourMulti-coloured
  • MotifsGeometric zigzags, Stripe borders, Tapestry weave
  • SizeH 130 cm (51 in) x W 97 cm (38 in)

FAQs

A sofreh is a flatwoven textile traditionally used by nomadic and village communities in Persia for the preparation and consumption of meals, particularly for rolling and resting dough.

Authentic pieces are typically handwoven from hand-spun sheeps wool, often featuring natural plant and insect-derived dyes such as madder and indigo.

Identification involves examining the weave structure, asymmetrical knotting or slit-tapestry flatweave techniques, wool quality, and characteristic geometric motifs unique to specific tribal groups.

Such pieces can be displayed as wall hangings to protect them from floor traffic, used as distinctive table runners, or placed over neutral furniture to add texture and historical depth.

Preservation requires keeping the textile out of direct sunlight to prevent dye fading, regular gentle vacuuming with a mesh screen, and avoiding excessive moisture.
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