Laver kerman

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Size: 
8'3" x 10'8" - 251cm x 325cm
Period: 
C 1920
Materials: 
Wool pile, cotton warp & weft
Condtion: 
Excellent
Price: 
$18,000 USD
Item#: 
#00510
Notes: 
To the south east of Persia is the city of Kerman or Kirman and to the north of Kerman is the village of Laver or Raver which has a rug weaving history at least as long as that of Kerman. During the 1920s produce many rugs for the US market but the rug's been produced in this region since the 16th century. The design of the carpet is sea plant on salmon color background.