Antique Oversized Red and Blue Jewel Tones Persian Bidjar Rug
$98,000.00
| Stock number | 19323 |
| Size | 15 ft 8 in x 23 ft 8 in (4.78 m x 7.21 m) |
| Origin | Persia / Iran |
| Age | Circa 1890 |
| Style | Bidjar |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Oversized Bijar Persian Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This superb example of 19th-century weaving represents the pinnacle of high-quality antique rugs from the Kurdistan region of Persia, renowned for its dense knotting and legendary durability, earning Bijar pieces the moniker "Iron Rugs." The complex field design features a tightly rendered, repeating rosette and palmette structure, creating a magnificent allover pattern that draws the eye across the entire composition without relying on a central medallion. This intricate arrangement is meticulously detailed, showcasing the extraordinary skill and time invested by the master weaver. The masterful palette relies on saturated madder reds, vibrant corals, and touches of saffron, all dramatically contrasted against the deep midnight ground that blue color rugs are known for, emphasizing the rug's impressive visual depth.