Persian Kirman or Kerman, Lavar design carpet, wool on cotton. Central cream floral medallion field with a 16 pointed medallion surrounding two 8 point star medallions to the interior, surrounded by five concentric floral borders, in colors of blue, pink, cranberry and cream. Signed within a cartouche central lower border. 146" x 100" or 16'3' x 8'3". Late 19th century. CONDITION: Areas of wear primarily to one end along long sides and to center. One area of tearing and heavy wear to margin of one side. Losses to the fringe. Color run from blue areas, around flowers.