Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Handmade Northwest Persian Room Size Carpet

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This early 20th-century Persian Northwest room-size carpet presents a richly structured allover geometric composition organized in horizontal rows. Repeating octagonal … Read more This early 20th-century Persian Northwest room-size carpet presents a richly structured allover geometric composition organized in horizontal rows. Repeating octagonal and stepped compartments enclose angular floral and tribal motifs, creating a dense rhythmic pattern across the field. The palette combines deep navy, ivory, rust, muted coral, soft blue, brown, and touches of teal, producing strong contrast while maintaining an earthy balance. Narrow bands of small geometric rosettes separate the larger rows, adding intricacy and visual movement throughout the design. A broad ivory main border frames the field with scrolling vines, stylized blossoms, and angular botanical forms, accompanied by several narrower guard borders in darker tones. Characteristic of Northwest Persian weaving, the carpet combines village geometry, disciplined repetition, and a lively use of color. Its balanced scale and richly patterned surface make it a distinctive foundation for traditional, eclectic, or layered interiors.

Measures: 8' 0" x 10' 11" See less