Galerie Shabab Collection Early 20th Century Persian Bidjar Rug

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This early 20th-century Persian Bidjar rug presents a distinctive geometric and botanical composition arranged across a warm ivory and beige … Read more This early 20th-century Persian Bidjar rug presents a distinctive geometric and botanical composition arranged across a warm ivory and beige field. The design is organized in stacked sections with stylized tree forms, angular floral devices, architectural motifs, and compact geometric ornaments creating a strong vertical rhythm. Accents of rust, soft brown, muted red, taupe, and pale gold provide contrast while maintaining the rug’s earthy and restrained palette. Repeating compartment-like forms and symmetrical motifs give the field a structured, almost architectural character, while smaller blossoms and abstract tribal elements add decorative detail throughout. A broad border surrounds the composition with alternating floral, geometric, and octagonal motifs, accompanied by narrower guard bands that reinforce the overall framework. Characteristic of Bidjar weaving, the rug combines disciplined organization, bold village drawing, and richly layered ornament in an elongated format.

Measures: 4' 8" x 8' 4" See less