Antique Afshar Rug. 4th Quarter 19th Century. Intriguing vertical stepped medallions on dark blue field. Deeply saturated colors and lanolin-rich wool. Very good condition. All sides original. Original selvage. 11 colors. 4’ 9" x 4’ 0". Delicately hand washed. For comparable border, see Hali Issue #190 Winter 2016, pg. 83, Corwin Collection, Afshar Sirjan Region, South Persia, Late 19th Century.