Tabriz Afshan 1858

The beautiful Persian Tabriz Afshan rug was hand-knotted in a fine workshop in the city of Tabriz during the first or second quarter of the 20th century.  This room-size rug is a captivating example of Tabriz artistry that masterfully incorporates a highly desirable and unusual all-over geometric Caucasian Kuba pattern.

The rug's design is reminiscent of the celebrated 19th-century Caucasian Kuba and Shirvan rugs, known for their bold geometric forms and striking palettes. This particular pattern, known as "Afshan," features stylized dragons and blossoms woven throughout the field, a unique and masterful interpretation within the Persian Tabriz tradition.

This rug is in wonderful condition, a testament to its quality and craftsmanship. It is a particularly rare find to discover vintage rugs with such a consistently executed and beautiful design, and this piece shares its remarkable pattern with a select few others in our collection (SKUs 1920, 2245, 1260, and 1261).

Dimensions: 5' 10″ x 8' 5″

Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s

Place of Origin: NW Persia

Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use

SKU: 1858