Large and rare bakshaish rug with an expansive field of scattered shields and tribal motifs in a spacious, asymmetric layout. Earthy rust, sand, and ivory tones unfold over a cool, oxidized blue-green background, framed by a wide brick-red border filled with geometric rosettes and abstract figures. The all-over design makes it a highly decorative and rare piece. 

• Dimensions: 136 x 167 in; (11 ft 4 in x 13 ft x 11 in);  (346 x 424 cm)

• Style: Bakshaish (Of the Period)

• Materials and Techniques: Wool, Hand-Knotted, Hand-Woven

• Place of Origin: Iran

• Period: Late 19th Century

• Date of Manufacture: 1870