Antique NorthWestern Persian Runner With Colorful Geometric Motifs - Rug & Kilim

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This 3x10 antique Persian runner, circa 1900-1920, is a striking addition to Rug & Kilim’s antique collection, hand-knotted in wool … Read more This 3x10 antique Persian runner, circa 1900-1920, is a striking addition to Rug & Kilim’s antique collection, hand-knotted in wool and exemplifying the enduring craftsmanship and character of early 20th-century Persian weaving traditions.

On the Design:

The architectural soul of this piece lies in its unique nested framework, featuring a narrow central field contained within an exceptionally wide and elaborate multi-border system. The inner field is a masterclass in geometric repetition, dominated by a dense, rhythmic lattice of stylized clover-leaf rosettes set against a deep madder red ground. This central corridor creates a mesmerizing sense of vertical movement, leading the eye through a disciplined garden of archaic symbols.

Surrounding the field is a series of layered geometric borders that grant the rug its palatial character. The primary border, set against a cool slate blue, features oversized serrated leaves and geometric palmettes, each punctuated by vibrant hits of gold and ivory.

Admirers of the craft will appreciate the intellectual weight of this layout, where the outer borders are nearly as expansive as the central field – a rare design choice that lends the rug a sense of monumental stability.

The saturation of the natural dyes and the crispness of the tribal drawing establish it as a commanding foundation for a grand gallery, a high-profile entry, or a prestigious library seeking a work of museum-quality antiquity. See less