rare old luri tribal rug. Although the Lurs are among the most ancient inhabitants of what is now Iran there is little information about their weaving compared to other tribal groups. Geographically they inhabit two major areas of the Zagros region and are surrounded by many other tribes. Many exchanges of ideas and designs have taken place within neighbours which makes exact attribution difficult, as is the case here. The rug has designs found in Luri rugs from Aliabad, known as Yalameh. Even the wool feels as it is from there. Other designs and colours are found in several Luri pieces found in the excellent books by James Opie. The dark yellow and avocado green ar both used in rugs and kilims from Lurs much further south in the orbit of Shiraz. Overall good condition, some corrosion and the ends have been secured. Soft supple wools with a good lustre and sheen. Reference 3397. Size 260 x 151 cms., or 8ft. 6ins. x 5ft. Euros 1300. Did you find the guard dog hiding in the field?.