A Rare Collectible Specimen of Persian Afshar Nomadic Heritage
Rooted in over 45 years of specialized expertise in fine and historic textiles from our showroom in the heart of the West Hollywood Design District, Ariana Rugs proudly curates the world’s most distinctive tribal carpets for elite interior designers and collectors. This extraordinary 4'03" x 4'03" vintage Persian Afshar Sofreh kilim is a prized collectible specimen of authentic nomadic flatweave art. Historically handwoven by Afshar tribal weavers as a ceremonial cloth (sofreh) for dining or bread-making, this square textile features a breathtaking deep red open field enclosed by intricate geometric tribal borders. Preserved with incredible structural density, rich organic vegetable-dyed colors, and undeniable historical soul, this rare textile is an indispensable investment piece for trade professionals and connoisseurs looking to infuse authentic narrative, graphic minimalism, and warm color into sophisticated interiors or textile art collections.
Exceptional Benefits
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Nomadic Heritage: Authentic Persian Afshar tribal flatweave, reflecting regional symbolism and sacred ceremonial weaving traditions.
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Striking Open-Field Aesthetic: Features a bold, minimalist red central field contrasted by graphic geometric borders, offering a modern-tribal visual rhythm.
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Museum-Quality Collectible: Hand-selected using decades of professional evaluation experience to ensure rare provenance, pristine tribal character, and high investment value.
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Sought-After Square Dimensions: Uniquely proportioned at 4'03" x 4'03", perfect for anchoring entry foyers, seating nooks, or mounting as prominent wall-hanging art.
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Designer Distinctiveness: Brings an irreplaceable organic, historic warmth and rich color story to contemporary, rustic, and eclectic interior design schemes.
Rug Specifications
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Collection: Tribal Flatweave & Rare Persian Sofreh
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Size (Rounded): 4' x 4'
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Exact Size (Feet & Inches): 4'3" x 4'3"
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Dimensions (Inches): 51" x 51"
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Dimensions (Centimeters): 130 cm x 130 cm
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Material: 100% Wool flatweave
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Weave: Handwoven Flat Kilim / Sofreh Weave
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Origin: Persia (Afshar tribal region)
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Colors: Deep Red, Ivory, Deep Blue, Earthy Accents
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Pile Height: Flatweave / No pile
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Condition: Vintage. Some small moth damage