Sadeq vintage The quadruple corded selvedges and

The quadruple corded selvedges and the fringed ends are almost entirely intact - rare for a rug of this age

refringed ends

Terracotta stepsided field with a large pale blue central medallion

A 1940s Afshar flatweave sofreh from the Kerman district in south east Persia

Small diamond shape medallion guards and dark blue and ivory chequered ends

Sadeq vintage The quadruple corded selvedges andA gorgeous 1930s Heriz carpet from north west Persia. Stepsided terracotta field with large dark blue central medallion with ivory inner medallion and terracotta flowerhead centre. Ivory spandrels; all over angular flowers and foliage; dark blue palmette and floral main border with pale blue details; pale gold floral guards. Slight wear in places and slight loss to ends but otherwise even pile and good condition for its age. Robust handle. Video here