Vintage Persian Kerman rug, made of in Iran of 100 percent natural wool on a cotton foundation with full to medium wool piles. This rug is 70+ years old, and is in excellent condition for its age. Beautiful colors, and made with excellent quality. This rug was acquired from an established rug merchant estate. Clean and ready to be enjoyed. Recent embargoes by the U.S. against Iranian goods should cause the value of these rugs to increase. FLAT RATE SHIPPING OF $250.00 FOR THIS RUG WITHIN THE CONTINENTAL UNITED STATES OF AMERICA. Flat rate shipping is billed separately after the invoice has been paid. Please see all of our rugs and other items at www.rug-auction.com.
Kerman rugs are one of the most recognizable within the Persian rug category. Kerman is an ancient city, with an incredible history going back over a 1000+ years. Marco Polo was one of the first westerners to view Kerman rugs. A typical pattern for Kerman rugs is a floral in the main border with a central medallion in the field. Kerman rugs are distinctive, desirable - and, if in good condition, valuable. Many of the Kerman rugs produced have at least one feature in common - the Damask rose, whose flower is not only used as a figurative motif incorporated into the rug design.