Fin Melayer Iran Circa 1940 Dimensions 219 x 131 cm Wool velvet on cotton foundation Natural oxidation and wear Very fine Density approx. 7,000 knots per dm2 Red currant field forming the central medallion with rows of geometrical star-shaped flowers and Herati motifs. Four midnight-blue spandrels echoing the central field. Triple borders, the main one midnight blue with rows of inlaid rings of floral buds surrounded by stylized crabs.