A vintage Persian Kerman carpet, probably woven in the 1950s in wool on a cotton foundation, with a generous floral medallion, lively red field and beautifully framed border. An Iranian saying compares graceful ageing to a Kerman carpet: the older it becomes, the more beautiful it looks. The softened pile, harmonious colours and settled texture of this piece illustrate that saying perfectly.
A vintage Persian Kerman carpet, probably woven in the 1950s in wool on a cotton foundation, with a generous floral medallion, lively red field and beautifully framed border. An Iranian saying compares graceful ageing to a Kerman carpet: the older it becomes, the more beautiful it looks. The softened pile, harmonious colours and settled texture of this piece illustrate that saying perfectly.