$25,000.00
| Stock number | 19031 |
| Size | 10 ft 4 in x 16 ft 10 in (3.15 m x 5.13 m) |
| Origin | Persia / Iran |
| Age | Circa 1930 |
| Style | Kashan |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
This magnificent late nineteenth-century fine Persian Kashan rug is a superlative example of the "City Workshop" tradition, representing the pinnacle of weaving from one of Iran’s most prestigious artistic centers. Historically, Kashan was the cradle of the Safavid Renaissance, and by the late 1800s, its master weavers were renowned for producing carpets of unparalleled density and grace. This specific specimen is defined by its deep, saturated indigo-blue field—a color of immense prestige achieved through a meticulous, multi-stage fermentation of the indigo plant. This "midnight" ground serves as a dramatic canvas for a dense, all-over floral pattern, creating a sense of a lush, nocturnal garden that radiates both mystery and opulence.