Antique Kashan – Silk Small Scatter Size Ivory Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional Persian piece, woven entirely of silk, showcases the renowned fineness and luminosity characteristic of late 19th-century Kashan production. Its small scatter size format makes it an ideal accent piece for an entryway or dressing room, offering a concentrated dose of luxury and historical gravitas.
The primary ground color, though originally a bright ivory, has mellowed over 130 years into a complex, warm taupe, providing a sophisticated backdrop for the dense, stylized vinery. This aged ivory color palette is beautifully punctuated by deep aubergine, olive, and teal accents, demonstrating a masterful use of natural dyes that have achieved a rich, desirable patina.
Unlike centralized medallion formats, this rug employs a highly detailed allover design where flowering vines, palmettes, and delicate arabesques repeat seamlessly across the field. This continuous movement draws the eye across the entire composition, emphasizing the extremely high knot density necessary to render such intricate detail in silk pile.
Woven during a golden age of Persian weaving, this Kashan represents the pinnacle of urban workshop artistry and silk production from the Qajar period. It stands as a testament to enduring quality and is a superb example within our broader collection of antique rugs available today.
