Bonhams' Period Design auction, which is scheduled for February 12 in London, is to star a beautiful silk Kashan carpet estimated to be worth £8,000-12,000 ($13,000-19,000).
Kashan carpets and rugs hail from the Kashan region of north central Iran, which was previously an area in Persia - a country famed for its rug production. Produced in large numbers during the 17th and 18th centuries, it is believed that Persian carpet production ceased after the Iranian invasion in 1722.
 Kashan carpets and rugs hail from the Kashan region of north central Iran. This fabulous example features designs inspired by the flora and fauna of the region |
A host of other intriguing items are also set to star, including a pair of late 19th century walnut serpentine commodes contesting for the title of top lot. Estimated to be worth £8,000-12,000 ($13,000-19,000), the commodes are in the Rococo revival style and are believed to be Italian.
 The 19th century commodes are believed to be Italian |
Paul Fraser Collectibles currently has a similarly desirable, English-made antique commode in stock.
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