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Antique Bread-sofreh, Kamo Region, Central Persia.
For sale by Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
for sale €2,048     $2,223
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Antique Bread-sofreh, Kamo Region, Central Persia.

19th century
Description

The bread sofreh, as the name implies, was used untirely for kneading the dough to make the delicious Persian bread (lavash).

This large and beautiful sofreh was woven in the environs of Kamo in central Persia during the last quarter of the 19th century and is in excellent condition for its age.

Today, in modern homes, the bread sofreh makes a stunning floor covering.

Size: 1.70 x 1.60m (5' 7" x 5' 3").

Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Bread Sofreh to the 1890s.

Independent Date Check ID 09710317
Dealer's Item Date1890s
Sellingantiques Date1890s
Sellingantiques agingItem 105-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1890s:
Subtle abrash across the coloured bands: hand-dyed wool using natural plant extracts.
Hand-spun yarn and wavy selvedges: weaving carried out on an indigenous village loom.
Natural ivory wool centre framed by stepped borders: functional layout for bread kneading.
Muted madder red and indigo blue: traditional organic dyes.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

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Description
The bread sofreh, as the name implies, was used untirely for kneading the dough to make the delicious Persian bread (lavash).
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This large and beautiful sofreh was woven in the environs of Kamo in central Persia during the last quarter of the 19th century and is in excellent condition for its age.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Today, in modern homes, the bread sofreh makes a stunning floor covering.

Size: 1.70 x 1.60m (5' 7" x 5' 3").

Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Persian Bread Sofreh to the 1890s.

Independent Date Report ID 09710317
Dealer's Item Date1890s
Sellingantiques dating1890s
Sellingantiques agingItem 105-150 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1890s:
Subtle abrash across the coloured bands: hand-dyed wool using natural plant extracts.
Hand-spun yarn and wavy selvedges: weaving carried out on an indigenous village loom.
Natural ivory wool centre framed by stepped borders: functional layout for bread kneading.
Muted madder red and indigo blue: traditional organic dyes.

This is an independent date report produced by Sellingantiques using its own proprietary system. The process uses the photographs shown on this page. The system is never told the date the dealer has declared. This report shows that the two dates corroborate.

Reference Numbers
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SA1244331
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 square antique Persian flatwoven wool sofreh featuring an unpatterned ivory central field framed by serrated teeth motifs and multi-coloured geometric striped borders.
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Archive I A square antique Persian flatwoven wool sofreh featuring an unpatterned ivory central field framed by serrated teeth motifs and multi-coloured geometric striped borders.

Antique Bread-sofreh, Kamo Region, Central Persia.

Archive II A square antique Persian flatwoven wool sofreh featuring an unpatterned ivory central field framed by serrated teeth motifs and multi-coloured geometric striped borders. View II
Archive III A square antique Persian flatwoven wool sofreh featuring an unpatterned ivory central field framed by serrated teeth motifs and multi-coloured geometric striped borders. View III
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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 119
Items Sold 1,075
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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A square antique Persian flatwoven wool sofreh featuring an unpatterned ivory central field framed by serrated teeth motifs and multi-coloured geometric striped borders.
Antique Bread-Sofreh, Kamo Region, Central Persia.
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A square antique Persian flatwoven wool sofreh featuring an unpatterned ivory central field framed by serrated teeth motifs and multi-coloured geometric striped borders.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectFlatweave Rug
  • Period19th century
  • StylePersian Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourCream, Navy Blue, Terracotta
  • MotifsSerrated teeth border, Plain centre field, Geometric striped bands

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A Sofreh is a traditional flatwoven square or rectangular textile crafted by tribal and village weavers in Persia. These woven cloths were historically utilised during bread-kneading processes or laid on the floor as dining surfaces.

Persian flatweaves and kilims are predominantly woven using hand-spun wool for both warp and weft yarns. Natural plant-based and mineral dyes were traditionally used to colour the wool before hand-weaving.

Authentic tribal flatweaves feature minor asymmetrical variations in weave density, irregular natural dye abrash shading, and specific regional motif structures. The reverse side typically shows identical structural patterning to the front.

Interior designers frequently display antique Sofrehs as wall-mounted textile art, area floor coverings, or table covers. Their geometric compositions complement both modern minimalist and minimalist eclectic interior schemes.

Wool flatweaves should be regularly vacuumed without a rotating brush bar to prevent fibre damage. Spot cleaning should be conducted using lukewarm water and mild wool detergent, while professional specialist cleaning is recommended for complete washing.
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