Antique
Wool
NO. 35700
Persia, c. 1890-1899
11'5" X 12'7" (3.48 m x 3.84 m)
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Antique 19th Century Karabagh Rug with Luminous Floral Medallions - Rug & Kilim
Hand-knotted in wool and originating circa 1890–1899, this 11x13 oversized antique Persian rug of Karabagh provenance is a rich and unique piece, representing the height of early 20th-century weaving from the region.
On the Design:
This magnificent antique Karabagh rug is a profound tapestry, weaving together a history told in saturated colors and intricate forms. The field is a celestial expanse of midnight blue, providing a dramatic backdrop for a mesmeric, endless constellation of patterns. Admirers of the craft will appreciate the deep harmony in this design, where strict geometry yields to the fluid grace of stylized blossoms and palmettes.
The pattern is anchored by luminous, diamond-shaped medallions that blaze in tones of brick red and sapphire, each filled with fine, crystalline details. These jewels are scattered across the field, interspersed with smaller rosettes and abstracted motifs in hues of cream and gold, creating a dimensionality that draws the eye into the depths of the weave. The presence of a signature cartouche near the border is a whisper of the original weaver, sealing the rug's status as a commissioned work. The composition is framed by a rich, multi-layered enclosure, a gallery of repeating geometric blossoms that bind the vibrant heart of the piece in stately symmetry. This is more than a rug; it is a meticulously crafted artifact—a poem woven in wool.
Condition:
This antique Karabagh Persian rug enjoys good condition, and is a gorgeous collectible of vast design applications.
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- Measurements: 11'5" x 12'7" ( 3.48 m x 3.84 m )
- Categories: Antique, The Jahanshah Collection
- Classification: Circle/Oval/Square, Classic/Traditional, Floral, Karabagh, Medallion
- Material: Wool
- Origin: Persia
- SKU: 35700
