Antique Late 19th Century Tribal Geometric Diamond Garden Design Oversized Persian Bakhtiari Rug
| Stock number | 20248 |
| Size | 16 ft 6 in x 21 ft 9 in (5.03 m x 6.63 m) |
| Origin | Persia / Iran |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Bakhtiari |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Multicolor Jewel Tones |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique Bakhtiari Oversized Large Oversized Big Rug Wool Multicolor, Country of Origin: Iran / Persia, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional example of a bakhtiari weaving, dating to the late 19th century, showcases the robust structure and distinctive compartmentalized design for which the tribal workshops of Western Persia are renowned. The field is meticulously organized into a dense, repeating lattice of diamond-shaped cartouches. Woven in the mountainous region of the Zagros, this piece is a testament to the enduring artistic legacy of Iranian Persian rugs. The circa 1890s dating places it firmly within the Golden Age of Persian weaving, characterized by the use of high-quality, naturally dyed wool and intricate, highly detailed patterns within each geometric compartment.