Antique N.W. Persian Geometric Knotted Hallway Runner Rug
$13,000.00
| Stock number | 24527 |
| Size | 3 ft 4 in x 20 ft 6 in (1.02 m x 6.25 m) |
| Origin | Persia / Iran |
| Age | Circa 1850 |
| Style | N.W. Persian |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique N.W. Persian Geometric Knotted Hallway Runner Rug, Circa Date: 1850s. This exceptional antique piece represents the enduring legacy of 19th-century weaving from Northwest Persia. Its highly compressed, all-over field design suggests a tribal or village origin, executed with remarkable precision for a piece of this scale and age. The intricate composition features a repeating lattice of stylized palmettes and geometric medallions, densely packed across the field. This complex arrangement creates a mesmerizing visual rhythm, characteristic of the region's finest nomadic weavings. The robust, hand-spun wool ensures both durability and a luxurious texture, allowing the fine knotting to convey the depth of the pattern. The palette is defined by a striking contrast between the saturated field and the vibrant secondary hues.