Vintage Persian Bijar Kilim Rug, 03'09 X 04'03

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70215 Vintage Persian Bijar Kilim Rug, 03'09 x 04'03.

The Midnight Citadel: A Persian Bijar Kilim Masterpiece of Refined Elegance

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The Midnight Citadel: A Persian Bijar Kilim Masterpiece of Refined Elegance

There is a certain authority woven into a Bijar—an unmistakable presence that feels grounded, deliberate, and enduring. This handwoven wool vintage Persian Bijar kilim commands attention with its saturated midnight-navy field and striking geometric core. It carries the quiet confidence of a fortress city, rooted in Kurdish weaving traditions where structure and symbolism reign supreme. Every line feels purposeful, every color intentional, creating a cherished treasure that speaks not only of artistry but of permanence and prestige.

At its heart, a cornflower blue stepped diamond glows like a jewel set within a larger red lozenge whose squared corners lend architectural strength. This layered diamond configuration evokes protection, stability, and continuity—iconic motifs long associated with safeguarding the home and honoring lineage. The stepped contours add rhythm and vitality, transforming geometry into a living emblem. It is an exceptional composition that feels ceremonial, almost talismanic, radiating power from its center outward.

Surrounding this bold nucleus, the inky field is animated with a vividly rendered Herati pattern—petaled rosettes nestled within angular frameworks, their lanceolate accents suggesting movement and vitality. Traditionally interpreted as fish circling a flowering pond, the Herati motif captures the poetry of life beneath moonlit waters. Here, its repetition becomes hypnotic, a dense constellation of color and symbolism that rewards close inspection. The kilim’s flatwoven technique sharpens each form, enhancing its graphic intensity and midcentury appeal.

A pale sky-blue border adorned with stylized blossoms frames this extraordinary masterpiece with refined contrast, softening the dramatic field while reinforcing its structure. This luminous edge creates a sophisticated tension between bold tribal geometry and decorative charm. Perfect for collectors who appreciate authenticity with visual impact, this exquisite work of art feels equally at home in a curated gallery interior, a tailored study, or a design-forward space seeking a rare statement piece. It is not merely a rug—it is an heirloom narrative in wool, woven for those who understand the language of legacy.

Perfect for a bedroom, study, studio, home office, private library, grand foyer, designer entryway, alcove, small space, mudroom, conservatory, wine cellar, executive suite, grand parlor, theatre room, royal suite, billiards room, game room, sitting room, sunroom, children's area, playroom, or nursery.

It would also make a lovely accent next to a buffet in a dining room or behind the sofa table in the living room. Well-suited for a variety of interior styles: Federal, American Colonial, Cape Cod Cottage, Nantucket Beach, The Hamptons, Martha's Vineyard, Contemporary, Modern, Transitional, Abstract, Nautical, Beach House, Coastal Cottage, Lakefront, Seaside Sanctuary, or Lake Front Vacation Home.

Abrash.
Hand-woven wool.
Made in Iran (Persia).
Measures: 03'09 x 04'03.
Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century. See less