Number AH181
Type Workshop
Material Wool
Origin Kashan
Style Animal
Size 54 x 52
Age 1910
The most remarkable of poshti rugs indeed. Soof weaving refers to the art of creating 3D carpets whereby the field is debossed and "carved out" via kilim flat weave while the motifs pop out in front and are embossed in knotted pile. The feat of pulling it off here in such a small size and with such precision and scaling is incredible. A tree of life dominates the view, with a number of beautiful roses sprouting around it while a deer and rabbit scurry about and birds perch. The wool used is of Kork Manchester type and gives the rug an extremely soft handle.
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