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78360 Vintage Indian Tabriz Wool and Silk Rug, 09'09 x 13'07.
The Crimson Imperial Reverie: A Vintage Tabriz Masterpiece of …
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78360 Vintage Indian Tabriz Wool and Silk Rug, 09'09 x 13'07.
The Crimson Imperial Reverie: A Vintage Tabriz Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
This hand-knotted wool and silk vintage Tabriz rug from India unfolds as a ceremonial garden rendered in textile form, where opulence is expressed through refinement rather than excess. The luminous crimson field immediately establishes a sense of authority and grandeur—an unmistakable color historically reserved for courts, palaces, and spaces of elevated social ritual. This is an extraordinary masterpiece designed to command attention quietly, appealing to collectors who recognize prestige not by volume, but by fluency in classical design language.
Across the field, an allover botanical arrangement blooms with disciplined abundance. Palmettes, rosettes, and stylized florals interlace with elegant arabesque vines, forming a continuous rhythm that feels cultivated rather than ornamental. Curved sickle leaves introduce motion and tension, their sweeping forms guiding the eye through the exceptional composition like a choreographed procession. The silk highlights subtly catch the light, adding dimension and refinement, while reinforcing the rug’s formal lineage and atelier-level craftsmanship.
Symbolically, the botanical vocabulary speaks to prosperity, continuity, and eternal renewal—core themes of Persian visual philosophy. The endless vine work suggests unity and balance, while the repeating blossoms evoke abundance and cultivated harmony. The absence of a dominant central medallion allows the design to feel immersive, drawing the viewer inward as though stepping into a walled garden meant for contemplation, ceremony, and refined living.
Framing this rich interior is a classic palmette border, meticulously articulated and flanked by triple inner and outer floral guard bands. These layered borders function like architectural moldings, lending gravitas and structure to the composition while reinforcing its formal pedigree. The result is an exquisite work of art of unmistakable stature—ideal for grand interiors, legacy collections, and spaces where historic elegance and social distinction are not merely displayed, but understood.
Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Traditional, Jacobean, English, Manor House, Tudor, London Proper, Elizabethan, Baroque, Regency, Louis XIV, Louis XI, Louis XV, Victorian, Medieval, Henry VIII, Hepplewhite, Neoclassical, Old World, Contemporary, Modern and Eclectic. Whether in a formal setting with elaborate furnishings or in an Ottoman style interior, this beautiful India rug will bring vibrant life where it is displayed.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool. Hand knotted silk.
Made in India.
Measures: 09'09 x 13'07.
Date: 1980's. Late 20th Century.
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- Dimensions
- 9′9″ × 13′7″ and 0.23″ thick
- Rug Construction
- Hand Knotted
- Pattern
- Botanical
- Period
- Late 20th Century
- Country of Origin
- India
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Silk
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Unknown, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Red
- Condition Notes
- Abrash. Wear Consistent with Age and Use. If you require more information before purchasing please let us know. We do … moreAbrash. Wear Consistent with Age and Use. If you require more information before purchasing please let us know. We do our best to ensure that our photos are as true to color as possible as we know every individual may see these colors differently. less
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