Ivory Antique Tribal Allover Pattern Persian Hand Knotted Malayer Rug
| Stock number | 21562 |
| Size | 7 ft 3 in x 13 ft 9 in (2.21 m x 4.19 m) |
| Origin | Persia / Iran |
| Age | Circa 1870 |
| Style | Malayer |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique Malayer Persian Ivory 1870s Rug, Country of Origin: Iran / Persia, Circa Date: 1870s. This exceptional piece exemplifies the finest village weaving traditions found in Iranian / Persian rugs. The Malayer region, known for its durable construction and sophisticated palette, produced highly sought-after textiles during the late Qajar period. The field features a striking, finely knotted repeating pattern set against a luminous ivory color ground. This light foundation allows the secondary colors—rich terracotta, soft salmon, and deep indigo accents—to achieve maximum clarity and visual depth. Such masterful use of negative space elevates this piece beyond typical provincial production. The complex, stylized design, often interpreted as a highly abstracted flowering shrub or boteh, is characteristic of the malayer style.