Late 19th Century Persian Lilihan Rug, 08'08 X 11'00

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79737 Antique Persian Lilihan Rug, 08'08 x 11'00.

The Eternal Garden: 19th Century Persian Lilihan Masterpiece of Timeless Grace

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The Eternal Garden: 19th Century Persian Lilihan Masterpiece of Timeless Grace

This hand knotted wool antique Persian Lilihan rug embodies the refinement of Late 19th Century Persian weaving, where disciplined geometry and poetic symbolism unite in remarkable harmony. Celebrated for their finely rendered allover compositions, Lilihan rugs were treasured by discerning patrons who admired artistry that rewarded every glance with another layer of intricate detail. Rich in heritage and woven with impeccable precision, this stunning masterwork offers a timeless expression of elegance worthy of the world's most exceptional interiors.

The luminous red field is enveloped in a continuous allover Herati pattern, one of the most enduring and iconic motifs in Persian textile history. A stylized rosette rest at the heart, representing the eternal Water of Life and the flourishing gardens of paradise. Each flower is enclosed within a diamond lattice that establishes rhythm and order, while four serrated leaves curve gracefully around the central bloom. Traditionally interpreted as fish circling a life-giving spring, these forms symbolize prosperity, fertility, abundance, and enduring good fortune. Repeated across the entire field, the Herati lattice becomes a visual meditation on eternity while serving as a protective talisman for the household.

Framing this intricate network is an architectural inner framework of ivory and navy, where each corner is crowned with a classic Trefoil or Shah Abbasi palmette. These revered botanical emblems symbolize balance, harmonious creation, and the continual growth of life sustained through divine protection. Their elegant placement softens the transition between the richly ornamented field and its surrounding borders, creating a striking composition that feels both ordered and infinitely expansive while celebrating the sophisticated design language perfected during Persia's golden age of weaving.

Encircling this extraordinary masterpiece, a magnificent Shah Abbasi border flourishes with stately palmettes and scrolling vines, reinforced by a series of graceful floral meander guard borders that complete the design with remarkable cohesion. Together they create a ceremonial frame worthy of the intricate artistry contained within, reinforcing the symbolism of paradise enclosed and protected. Coveted for its meticulous craftsmanship, historical significance, and enduring beauty, this antique Lilihan rug is a distinguished heirloom that offers collectors an opportunity to own an exquisite work of art of Persian artistic achievement.

Distressed. Age Wear.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 08'08 x 11'00.
Pile Height: 0.23 of an inch.
Date: 1880's. Late 19th Century. See less