Antique Kurdish Hallway Runner Wool Red Rug
$11,600.00
| Stock number | 23999 |
| Size | 3 ft 2 in x 12 ft 8 in (0.97 m x 3.86 m) |
| Origin | Persia / Iran |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Kurdish |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Red / Rust |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique Kurdish Hallway Runner Wool Red Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the robust, nomadic weaving tradition of the Kurdish people. Its narrow, elongated form makes it a perfect example of hallway runner rugs, designed to bring warmth and definition to transitional spaces within a home. The field is dominated by a rich, deeply saturated hue, characteristic of natural madder dyes, presenting a vibrant red color that has mellowed beautifully over more than a century. This strong ground provides a dramatic contrast to the primary and secondary tones used in the intricate, tribal patterning. The central design features a repeating sequence of highly stylized, archaic medallions, often interpreted as protection symbols or stylized animals, framed by stepped outlines.