Elaha is a Persian Luri Besik. In excellent condition with beautiful colours and a combination of kilim weave at either end, joined to a more ornate soumak weave at the centre.
The original function of this piece was to hold a baby like a cradle. It would hang from the tents/yurts of the nomadic people while a baby slept.
These make excellent feature rugs and runners.
- 98 x 172cm
- 100% wool
- A combination of kilim flat weave and Soumak weave.
- Over 70 years old
- Product SKU: BF2863
