Tribal Rug Persian Afshari n°:203923

173 × 121 cm (5' 8" × 3' 11")

Tribal rug, Southern Persian tribal manufacture, circa 1890: a stylistic bridge between the Caucasus and Persia. An exceptional Afshari specimen ....

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Rug Description

Tribal rug, Southern Persian tribal manufacture, circa 1890: a stylistic bridge between the Caucasus and Persia. An exceptional Afshari specimen that stands out for its rare design and structural integrity. This rug still retains its original soumak-style flat-woven finishes at the ends, a technical detail highly sought after by collectors, certifying its authentic nomadic origin. The composition is dominated by a deep midnight-blue field, featuring a rich, multicolored “all-over” decoration. The floral and geometric motifs, arranged with impeccable balance, reveal a clear Caucasian-inspired Perpedil influence, with stylized forms that echo the Azerbaijani ancestry of the Afshar tribe.

The chromatic palette is vibrant and luminous: warm red and ochre tones interact with ivory and light blue, creating a sharp contrast that enhances the clarity of the design. Despite the decorative density, the overall effect is harmonious and airy, avoiding the rigidity often found in other tribal artifacts—a testament to superior craftsmanship.

Condition: Excellent. The rug maintains a compact pile and saturated colors, meticulously preserved at the Mollaian Rugs Gallery.

Dimensions & Interior Design Advice: 173 × 121 cm. An ideal format for enhancing spaces with a strong character, perfect either as a floor rug or a wall hanging, thanks to the richness of its woven end-finishes. A rare collector’s investment for those seeking the purity of nomadic art.

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At Mollaian srl we try to do our best, giving a new life to some of antique rugs with minor problems, that may have affected by age. So, apart from what is visible on the presented photos, it should be noted that the rugs are professionally cleaned, and where necessary, the Selvages/Sides and Ends/Fringes have been secured. Upon request, we can provide a complete condition report (including any retouch performed by our restoration team), if it is not already presented down below.

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