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Antique Afshar Tribal Rug, Neiriz Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.
For sale by Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
for sale €3,861     $4,191
£3,300
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Antique Afshar Tribal Rug, Neiriz Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.

1900 - 1920
Description

A spectacular rug made by the Afshar tribes of the Neiriz region, Kerman Province, southern Persia circa 1900.

The rug comprises a large madder-red central sun-flower on a beautiful glowing indigo-blue ground and surrounded by four smaller sun-flowers. Note also the vases containing small, ivory flowers emanating from both top and bottom of the field. The overall palette of natural colours is simply magnificent and the condition of the rug is excellent with soft, lustrous pile.

A fabulous rug.

Size: 1.90m x 1.38m (6' 3" x 4' 6").

Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Afshar Tribal Rug to the 1900s.

Independent Date Check ID 09710345
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques Date1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 105-140 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to THE 1900s:
Abrash colour striations across the indigo ground: natural batch-dyed yarns.
Stepped geometric medallions and vase motifs: traditional South Persian tribal design.
Slight variations in loom width: hand-weaving on a nomadic loom.
Even mellowing of the natural dyes: decades of exposure to light.

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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SA1244335
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Description
A spectacular rug made by the Afshar tribes of the Neiriz region, Kerman Province, southern Persia circa 1900.
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The rug comprises a large madder-red central sun-flower on a beautiful glowing indigo-blue ground and surrounded by four smaller sun-flowers.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Note also the vases containing small, ivory flowers emanating from both top and bottom of the field. The overall palette of natural colours is simply magnificent and the condition of the rug is excellent with soft, lustrous pile.

A fabulous rug.

Size: 1.90m x 1.38m (6' 3" x 4' 6").

Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Afshar Tribal Rug to the 1900s.

Independent Date Report ID 09710345
Dealer's Item Date1900s
Sellingantiques dating1900s
Sellingantiques agingItem 105-140 years old
Test ResultsPassed dating check
Why Sellingantiques dated this piece to the 1900s:
Abrash colour striations across the indigo ground: natural batch-dyed yarns.
Stepped geometric medallions and vase motifs: traditional South Persian tribal design.
Slight variations in loom width: hand-weaving on a nomadic loom.
Even mellowing of the natural dyes: decades of exposure to light.

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
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1244335
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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Archive I An antique rectangular Afshar tribal rug featuring a central red and blue geometric medallion on a deep indigo wool field with ornate patterned borders.

Antique Afshar Tribal Rug, Neiriz Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.

Archive II An antique rectangular Afshar tribal rug featuring a central red and blue geometric medallion on a deep indigo wool field with ornate patterned borders. View II
Archive III An antique rectangular Afshar tribal rug featuring a central red and blue geometric medallion on a deep indigo wool field with ornate patterned borders. View III
Archive IV An antique rectangular Afshar tribal rug featuring a central red and blue geometric medallion on a deep indigo wool field with ornate patterned borders. View IV
Archive V An antique rectangular Afshar tribal rug featuring a central red and blue geometric medallion on a deep indigo wool field with ornate patterned borders. View V
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

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An antique rectangular Afshar tribal rug featuring a central red and blue geometric medallion on a deep indigo wool field with ornate patterned borders.
Antique Afshar Tribal Rug, Neiriz Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.
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An antique rectangular Afshar tribal rug featuring a central red and blue geometric medallion on a deep indigo wool field with ornate patterned borders.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectRugs & Carpets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleSouth Persian Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourNavy Blue, Red
  • MotifsGeometric central medallion, Corner stepping medallions, Stylised floral motifs, Multi-stripe border

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Afshar rugs are handwoven by nomadic and semi-nomadic Afshar weavers in south-eastern Persia, primarily within the Kerman Province. They are recognised by their geometric medallions, stylised botanical motifs, and rich palette of indigo blues and madder reds.

These rugs are typically hand-knotted using hand-spun wool pile woven onto a wool or cotton foundation. Natural plant and mineral dyes are historically employed to yield deep indigo, terracotta, and ivory tones.

Authentic pieces feature hand-knotted constructions with slight structural variations characteristic of tribal village looms. The underside displays distinct knot patterns, while the pile exhibits natural dye variations known as abrash alongside geometric medallion designs.

A patterned tribal carpet anchors living rooms or dining spaces by providing colour contrast beneath neutral furniture. It complements dark wood tables, leather armchairs, or minimalist contemporary seating.

Vacuum regularly using a suction-only setting to avoid catching the fibres. Promptly blot liquid spills with a dry cloth, place an underlay pad beneath the carpet to reduce wear, and seek specialist cleaning services for deep maintenance.
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