{"product_id":"antique-kerman-rug-pictorial-persian-rug-soor-e-israfil","title":"Antique Kerman Rug - Pictorial Persian Rug - Soor e Israfil","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAntique Kerman Rug - Pictorial Persian Rug - Soor e Israfil\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinguished example of early 20th-century Persian craftsmanship. Dating from circa 1900–1910, this rare Lavar Kerman rug features the renowned Soor-e Israfil paradise scene, a motif inspired by a French tapestry gifted to the Qajar court and now preserved at Golestan Palace.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandwoven with wool pile on a cotton foundation, this rug exemplifies the meticulous detail characteristic of Kerman’s pictorial weaving tradition. Measuring 2 by 1.3 metres, it is a compact yet striking piece suitable for collectors and enthusiasts of Persian heritage rugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Soor-e Israfil design holds cultural significance, depicting a paradisiacal vision that reflects historical artistic exchanges between Persia and Europe. The rug’s fine weave and intricate imagery make it not only a functional floor covering but also a valuable artefact of Persian art history.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIdeal for display in living spaces that appreciate heritage aesthetics, this rug adds a layer of cultural depth and visual interest. Its antique status and unique patterning contribute to its collectability and appeal among connoisseurs of Persian textiles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePeriod: Circa 1900–1910\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Kerman region, Persia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterials: Wool pile on cotton foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2 x 1.3 metres\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: Soor-e Israfil paradise scene\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Ghaali","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47839416615130,"sku":"L200","price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0821\/9259\/7210\/files\/Antique-Sure-Israfil.jpg?v=1778039641","url":"https:\/\/ghaali.com.au\/products\/antique-kerman-rug-pictorial-persian-rug-soor-e-israfil","provider":"Ghaali","version":"1.0","type":"link"}