Vintage Persian Sarouk Area Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool, Allover Floral Pattern, 3x5, Red& Navy

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"This elegant hand-knotted Persian Sarouk rug from the first quarter of the 20th century showcases the classic allover floral pattern … Read more "This elegant hand-knotted Persian Sarouk rug from the first quarter of the 20th century showcases the classic allover floral pattern in one of its most confident and beautiful expressions — large-scale blossoms in shades of pink, yellow, blue, and deeper reds bursting from a warm and vibrant red field with the exuberant energy that defines the finest early Sarouk production. A deep navy border frames the composition with a bold contrast that enhances the rug's visual depth and provides a formal completeness to the design. The Sarouk allover floral tradition — where repeating bouquets cover every inch of the field in a dense, garden-like arrangement — is one of the most beloved and instantly recognizable designs in the entire Persian rug canon, and this early 20th century example captures it at full vitality. The Sarouk rug tradition, originating in the village of Sarouk near Arak in Western Persia, represents one of the most celebrated and widely collected categories of 20th century Persian carpet. Sarouk rugs are distinguished by their lush, heavy wool pile, their allover floral bouquet designs, and a richness of color — particularly the deep, saturated reds and navy blues — that has made them among the most recognizable and sought-after Persian rugs in the American and European collector markets since the early 20th century. Dimensions: 3' 2"" x 4' 10"" Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Persia (Sarouk region) Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation Condition: Wear consistent with age and use SKU: 2112" See less