Laver Kirman carpets arguably represent the pinnacle of all 19th Century Persian workshop pieces. The workshops of Kirman, well known for the high quality of their weavings, won the royal patronage of the Safavid court in the 17th Century, and became some of the earliest Oriental carpets to make their way into the Western market – these carpets can be found in grand historic homes, across the UK and Europe.  Later on, its weavers, in turn, took a certain influence from European textile traditions, incorporating a distinct palette, inspired by the colours of Classical French carpets, as can be seen in this example, with its soft champagne, maroon, indigo, and sage green tones in the drawing, all in gracefully aged natural vegetable dyes.

This 19th Century carpet, being an earlier work, predates the widespread commercialisation of Persian carpets, and so boasts a remarkably tight weave, lending a crisp clarity to its drawing, and a wide range of beautiful, natural dyed colours, well-suited to the delicate floral details in its design. Its design has a charming sense of simplicity and naivety, not found in later pieces, featuring a central medallion, flanked by four ivory spandrels, and well-framed by a wide, four-part border.

Retained in very good condition for everyday use, with its borders preserved on all sides, and with a charming age-related patina.

An elegant carpet with a warm palette, which would make a wonderful addition to any home.