1880s Blue Navy Medallion Antique n.w. Persian Runner Rug 3'3" X 10'3" Handknotted Wool Carpet

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Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven, circa 1900. Runner size: 3'3" x 10'3". Central medallion with lattice. Design elements include … Read more Handmade antique NW Persian carpet. Woven, circa 1900. Runner size: 3'3" x 10'3". Central medallion with lattice. Design elements include trees, flowers, and boteh. Navy background with small ivory and multi-color borders.

Antique N.W. Persian Persian Blue 1880s Rug, Circa Date: 1880s. This exceptional piece is a classic example of nomadic weaving from Northwest Persia, characterized by its deep, saturated indigo field. The use of rich vegetable dyes ensures the enduring quality of the color, placing it among the finest blue color rugs of the period.

The design features a series of interconnected medallions and highly stylized Tree of Life motifs, rendered in a striking array of terracotta, saffron, and cream. This highly stylized, repeating structure is typical of geometric rugs produced by tribal groups in the Caucasus and surrounding Persian regions during the late 19th century.

Preserved in remarkable condition, this textile offers a tangible link to the weaving traditions of the Qajar Dynasty era. The robust construction and tightly knotted pile speak to the durability expected of high-quality antique rugs, making it suitable for both display and daily use in a contemporary setting.

Its long, narrow format designates it specifically as one of the desirable hallway runner rugs. The complex border system, featuring repeating rosettes and stylized vines against a cream ground, beautifully frames the powerful central field, offering a sophisticated and grounding element to any extended space. See less