Antique 20th Century Persian Malayer Runner With Geometric Lattice - Rug & Kilim

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This 5x10 antique Persian Malayer flatweave runner is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim's Antique collection. Handwoven in … Read more This 5x10 antique Persian Malayer flatweave runner is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim's Antique collection. Handwoven in wool, circa 1890-1910, this rug showcases a richly detailed allover geometric design characteristic of the finest Malayer village weavings.

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Among the most celebrated village weavings of Northwest Persia, Malayer rugs are prized for their remarkable drawing, rich natural colors, and inventive interpretations of classical Persian motifs. This antique flatweave exemplifies the tradition through an intricate allover design that favors repetition and balance over a singular focal medallion. Across the field, geometric floral motifs and angular vinery form a dense lattice pattern that reveals the influence of the Herati design, one of the most enduring decorative languages in Persian carpet weaving. The precision of the drawing lends the rug a remarkable sense of movement and texture, inviting closer appreciation of its craftsmanship.

A warm terracotta field serves as the foundation for deep navy, ivory, and golden accents that articulate the geometric motifs with striking clarity. Multiple borders frame the design with exceptional detail, creating a harmonious structure that balances the visual richness of the field. The flatwoven construction further emphasizes the crispness of the pattern, allowing every motif to remain sharply defined. Together, these qualities embody the enduring appeal of antique Malayer weavings, admired for their fusion of tribal character, decorative sophistication, and timeless versatility.

Condition:

This antique Persian Malayer flatweave runner rug enjoys good condition for its age and origin. See less