Antique Qum Iran Knotted Rug
| Stock number | 25576 |
| Size | 3 ft 5 in x 5 ft 3 in (1.04 m x 1.60 m) |
| Origin | Persia / Iran |
| Age | Circa 1940 |
| Style | Qum |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover, Floral |
Antique Qum Iran Knotted Rug, Circa Date: 1940s. This exquisite example of Persian weaving represents the finest traditions of Qum craftsmanship, known for its high knot density and intricate detailing. As a superb piece among antique rugs, it showcases the region's transition toward highly sophisticated, urbanized designs. The composition is built upon a delicate ivory field, which provides a luminous canvas for the complex botanical arrangement. The palette is rich yet restrained, utilizing deep indigo, soft terracotta, and subtle greens to render the stylized flora and fauna that populate the central space, demonstrating the mastery of natural dyes typical of mid-century Persian textiles. Characteristic of the period, the rug employs an elaborate allover design featuring repeating vase and tree-of-life motifs, interspersed with stylized blossoms and delicate vine work.