A Kashan Mohtasham figural rug, Persia. Depicts Ahmad Shah Ghajar on horse back surrounded by border of cartouches with birds and Persian poems. Knotted with kork wool. C. 1910. 200×130 cm.
Ahmad Shah Qajar (B. 21 January 1898 – Died in France, 21 February 1930) was Shah of Persia from 16 July 1909 to 15 December 1925, and the last ruling member of the Qajar dynasty. Ahmad Shah was born in Tabriz and ascended the throne at the age of 12 after the removal of his father Mohammad-Ali Shah by the Parliament on 16 July 1909. Due to his young age, his uncle, Ali-Reza Khan, took charge of his affairs as Regent. Upon reaching his majority Ahmad Shah was formally crowned on 21 July 1914.