Late 19th Century Kerman Lavar Pictorial Rug

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An exquisite 19th-century Persian Kerman Lavar pictorial rug, masterfully handwoven in the late 1800s, featuring the symbolic "Tree of Life" … Read more An exquisite 19th-century Persian Kerman Lavar pictorial rug, masterfully handwoven in the late 1800s, featuring the symbolic "Tree of Life" motif. This antique piece showcases a serene camel or pale tan field anchored by a striking central magenta cypress tree, flanked by vibrantly rendered parrots and flowering urns, all sheltered beneath a graceful architectural arch. Two elegant peacocks stand symmetrically at the tree's base, enhancing the visual harmony.

Delicately detailed spandrels in soft blush red crown the upper field, while the composition is framed by three refined borders in rich camel and crimson tones, adorned with a continuous floral meander. The reverse includes a display band, allowing this rare textile to be hung as an art tapestry.

Dimensions: 4’ x 6’
Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s
Place of Origin: Persia
Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes
Condition: Wear consistent with age and use
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