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Antique Sofreh (Dining Kilim). Lor Tribes,luristan,west Persia. 2nd Half 19th Century.
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Antique Sofreh (Dining Kilim). Lor Tribes,luristan,west Persia. 2nd Half 19th Century.

19th century
Description

FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION OF TRIBAL ITEMS.

THIS DINING SOFREH CONTAINS AN UNDECORATED CENTRAL FIELD WHICH SYMBOLICALLY REPRESENTS THE PHYSICAL EMPTINESS OF THE SOFREH FROM FOOD,EMPHASISING CLOSENESS TO EARTH,SPIRITUALITY,MODESTY & HUMILITY. ALL HAVE A MORE VALUABLE PLACE IN NOMADIC CULTURE THAN WEALTH AND MATERIAL GOODS.

THE FIELD CONTAINS UNDYED NATURAL ANIMAL HAIR WEFTS. ALL WOOL AND ANIMAL HAIR CONSTRUCTION.

A RARE ETHNOGRAPHIC UTILITARIAN SURVIVOR FROM AN EARLIER PERIOD.

THERE IS A SMALL HOLE IN THE STRIPED DARK BROWN BAND AND A SMALL HOLE TO THE FIELD. COMPLETELY UNRESTORED CONDITION AND A GEM OF A TRIBAL WEAVING. (HAS BEEN HAND WASHED). IMAGES OF BOTH SIDES.

MAKE FOR GREAT WALL ART IN A ROOM OR A HOST OF OTHER DECORATIVE USES.

SIZE IS 2 FOOT 7 INCHES BY 1 FOOT 10 INCHES. 79CM X 57CM. AT WIDEST POINTS. FRINGES NOT MEASURED IN SIZE.

PRICE MODEST FOR WHAT IT IS £695 GBP. BANK TRANSFERS,VIEWINGS,DISCUSSIONS,ETC ALL WELCOMED.

ABS 315

stock reduction clearance price of £185

Date of Manufacture

Country House and Eastern Interiors has dated this Antique Persian Sofreh Kilim to the 1870s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA949585
Dealers Internal Reference
ABS 315
Dealers Notes

Constantly sourcing unusual quality tribal rugs & carpets at trade prices by comparison.

Description
FROM A PRIVATE COLLECTION OF TRIBAL ITEMS.
“
THIS DINING SOFREH CONTAINS AN UNDECORATED CENTRAL FIELD WHICH SYMBOLICALLY REPRESENTS THE PHYSICAL EMPTINESS OF THE SOFREH FROM FOOD,EMPHASISING CLOSENESS TO EARTH,SPIRITUALITY,MODESTY & HUMILITY.
Country House and Eastern Interiors

ALL HAVE A MORE VALUABLE PLACE IN NOMADIC CULTURE THAN WEALTH AND MATERIAL GOODS.

fig 1. An antique flatweave rug featuring a central undyed tan wool field flanked by colourful horizontal striped end bands and braided fringe edges.
fig 1. Antique Sofreh (Dining Kilim). Lor Tribes,luristan,west Persia. 2nd Half 19th Century.

THE FIELD CONTAINS UNDYED NATURAL ANIMAL HAIR WEFTS. ALL WOOL AND ANIMAL HAIR CONSTRUCTION.

A RARE ETHNOGRAPHIC UTILITARIAN SURVIVOR FROM AN EARLIER PERIOD.

THERE IS A SMALL HOLE IN THE STRIPED DARK BROWN BAND AND A SMALL HOLE TO THE FIELD. COMPLETELY UNRESTORED CONDITION AND A GEM OF A TRIBAL WEAVING. (HAS BEEN HAND WASHED). IMAGES OF BOTH SIDES.

fig 2. An antique flatweave rug featuring a central undyed tan wool field flanked by colourful horizontal striped end bands and braided fringe edges.
fig 2. Antique Sofreh (Dining Kilim). Lor Tribes,luristan,west Persia. 2nd Half 19th Century.

MAKE FOR GREAT WALL ART IN A ROOM OR A HOST OF OTHER DECORATIVE USES.

SIZE IS 2 FOOT 7 INCHES BY 1 FOOT 10 INCHES. 79CM X 57CM. AT WIDEST POINTS. FRINGES NOT MEASURED IN SIZE.

PRICE MODEST FOR WHAT IT IS £695 GBP. BANK TRANSFERS,VIEWINGS,DISCUSSIONS,ETC ALL WELCOMED.

ABS 315

stock reduction clearance price of £185

Date of Manufacture

Country House and Eastern Interiors has dated this Antique Persian Sofreh Kilim to the 1870s.

Height
79cm (31.10")
Width
57cm (22.44")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA949585
Dealers Internal Ref
ABS 315
Country House and Eastern Interiors
Country House and Eastern Interiors
Sellingantiques verified Since Mar 2018

Constantly sourcing scarce tribal rugs & carpets,some howard & sons seating

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Archive I An antique flatweave rug featuring a central undyed tan wool field flanked by colourful horizontal striped end bands and braided fringe edges.

Antique Sofreh (Dining Kilim). Lor Tribes,luristan,west Persia. 2nd Half 19th Century.

Archive II An antique flatweave rug featuring a central undyed tan wool field flanked by colourful horizontal striped end bands and braided fringe edges. View II
Archive III An antique flatweave rug featuring a central undyed tan wool field flanked by colourful horizontal striped end bands and braided fringe edges. View III
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Country House and Eastern Interiors
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Leicestershire
United Kingdom

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An antique flatweave rug featuring a central undyed tan wool field flanked by colourful horizontal striped end bands and braided fringe edges.
ANTIQUE SOFREH (DINING KILIM). LOR TRIBES,LURISTAN,WEST PERSIA. 2ND HALF 19TH CENTURY.
Ref: SA949585
An antique flatweave rug featuring a central undyed tan wool field flanked by colourful horizontal striped end bands and braided fringe edges.
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  • ObjectRugs & Flatweaves
  • Period19th century
  • StylePersian Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Camel Hair
  • ColourNatural Tan
  • MotifsPlain central field, Horizontal striped borders, Twisted selvedge binding, Braided fringe edge
  • SizeH 79 cm (31 in) x W 57 cm (22 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

Originating from the Lor tribes of Luristan in west Persia during the second half of the 19th century, this antique dining sofreh kilim comes from a private collection of tribal items. The piece consists of an all-wool and animal hair construction featuring a plain, undecorated central field woven from undyed natural tan animal hair wefts. This neutral expanse is flanked at both ends by colourful horizontal striped borders in red, blue, green, and dark brown, finished with a twisted selvedge binding and a braided fringe edge with loose tassels. The surface shows visible signs of age, including a small hole in the striped dark brown band and another small hole within the central field. Measuring 79 cm high, 57 cm wide, and 1 cm deep at its widest points, the flatweave is presented in a completely unrestored condition. Well suited for domestic settings today, the textile can serve as decorative wall art or find a home in various other ornamental displays within a rustic farmhouse interior. The design elements bring authentic nomadic character to hallways, living areas, or studies where traditional Persian tribal craftsmanship is appreciated. Its flat structure and manageable proportions allow for straightforward hanging or placement on suitable display surfaces. The clean, hand-washed condition preserves the historical integrity of the piece while maintaining the tactile qualities of the original weave.

FAQs

A Sofreh is a traditional flatwoven textile crafted by nomadic tribes in Persia, historically used as a dining cloth or bread-baking mat.

Lor tribal kilims are hand-spun using natural sheep wool or camel hair, woven on portable ground looms with flatweave slit-weave or continuous warp techniques.

Authentic 19th-century pieces feature hand-spun yarn variations, natural vegetable dyes, wrapped selvedge cord bindings, and subtle geometric irregularities caused by portable tribal looms.

Tribal flatweaves function as accent floor coverings, decorative table overlays, or wall-mounted art to introduce texture and organic tones to contemporary spaces.

Vacuum gently using suction only without a rotary brush bar, spot-clean liquid spills immediately with a damp cloth, and consult a specialist textile conservator for deep cleaning.
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