74271 Antique Persian Kerman Pictorial Rug Mythological Tapestry Lion & King Darius Achaemenid at Persepolis. 

This antique Kerman rug features a pictorial scene based on King Darius the Great (Xerxes father) Achaemenid fighting a lion creature of Persepolis. The lion creature is composed from the head and body of a lion, a bull's Horn, neck, wings and legs of an eagle with the tail of a scorpion. With its commitment to tradition and refinement, this Persian Pictorial wall hanging can enliven nearly any opulent period-interior with color and vitality.

• Also known as: Battle of Shahriar (Achaemenid king) and Lion, Confrontation between Shahriar and Lion, or Shah's battle with lion
• Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
• Hand-knotted wool.
• Made in Iran (Persia).
• Measures: 02'01 x 02'08.