It was listed by Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this piece to the 1920s.
Made by Luri nomads in Luristan, western Persia around the first half of the twentieth century, it has lovely glossy wool on the face and a blue, plain-weave back, What the motif on the face symbolises, I'm afraid I leave you to make up your own mind, as it is lost in the passage of time!
Size: 12cm x 12cm (5" x 5").
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this piece to the 1920s.
Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.
You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page