Vintage Nain Area Rug, Hand-Knotted Wool & Silk, Floral Pattern, 7x11, Ivory & Blue

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"This vintage Persian Nain rug offers a rare and unusually warm interpretation of the classic Nain design vocabulary — departing … Read more "This vintage Persian Nain rug offers a rare and unusually warm interpretation of the classic Nain design vocabulary — departing from the more typical ivory and blue palette in favor of a cream-colored field and soft beige border that give the piece a gentle, organic warmth. The elegant floral pattern and distinct central medallion reflect the refined draftsmanship for which Nain's master weavers are celebrated, rendered here with the added distinction of organic vegetable dyes. The use of vegetable dyes in a Nain rug of this period is itself unusual — most mid-20th century Nain weavers had transitioned to synthetic dyes by this time — and it lends this piece a natural vibrancy and tonal depth that sets it apart from standard examples of the tradition. The result is a masterful creation that reflects both refined craftsmanship and timeless artistic expression, equally at home in traditional and contemporary interiors at room-filling scale. Dimensions: 6' 6"" x 10' 6"" Date of Manufacture: 3rd Quarter of the 1900s Place of Origin: Persia (Nain) Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes Condition: Excellent SKU: 1227" See less