Large Scale Allover Tribal Geometric Design Antique Light Blue 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Rug
| Stock number | 6454 |
| Size | 8 ft 6 in x 11 ft 8 in (2.59 m x 3.56 m) |
| Origin | Persia / Iran |
| Age | Circa 1880 |
| Style | Bakshaish |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique Bakshaish Persian 1880s Rug, Country of Origin: Iran / Persia, Circa Date: 1880s. This exceptional example of a Bakshaish textile originates from the mountainous region of Northwest Iran / Persia, renowned for producing some of the most durable and architecturally significant antique rugs. The Bakshaish style, a precursor to the later Serapi and Heriz designs, is celebrated for its bold, graphic interpretation of traditional motifs. The field of this piece is dominated by a soft, pale blue-gray ground, providing a cool contrast to the warm, earth-toned terracotta and deep reds used in the primary design elements. The composition utilizes a highly stylized, repeating pattern of oversized palmettes and stylized tree forms, creating a captivating allover design that eschews a central medallion in favor of continuous visual movement.