Transitional Afghan Rug symmetrical a town in the Herat

a town in the Herat Province of Afghanistan

Stock Number: BR2127

The geometric tribal designs are bold and tightly executed

The pattern stuck

the colours have already softened and the pile has developed the kind of depth and lustre that only age and quality wool together produce

Transitional Afghan Rug symmetrical a town in the HeratThis rug comes from Kerman, a city that has been weaving since the 15th century and remains one of the most celebrated weaving centres in all of Persia. Sitting deep in the desert of southeastern Iran, its isolation kept its tradition intact for centuries, allowing craftspeople to develop their work without interruption. Marco Polo encountered these rugs on his travels. Shah Abbas I gave them as tribute to the Ottoman Court. Kerman rugs have always