A FINE ANTIQUE KIRMAN LAVER PRAYER RUG, SOUTH PERSIA approx: 6ft. x 4ft.2in.(183cm. x 127cm.) The ivory field with stylised Tree of Live and perching birds, flanked by smaller tress, peacocks and animal figures. Mihrab above with floral and leafy vine together  with birds. In an ivory border of floral and leafy vine, birds and animals between flowering vine and plain stripes. Apart of minute corrosion on brown this rug has full  pile and is in very good condition throughout. Selvages rebound, well done. Ends with original kilim and fringes. Very good colour combination and fine weave, approx: 7 x 7 knots per sq. cm. Very elegant and attractive rug.