Silk Kashan Souf carpet, Kachan County, Isfahan Province, central Persia, Iran, circa 1920 Made of silk, knotted, with a Persian design of flowers and palmettes surrounding a polychrome central medallion. 205 x 131 cm Fair condition, with numerous stains and signs of wear. Wear in the shorn areas of the central field. Damaged selvedges. Frayed. Paint or glue in one corner. An Antique Persian Silk Kashan Souf Rug or Carpet, Central Persia, Iran, early 20th century