Late 19th Century Haji Khalili Persian Tabriz Rug, 10'00 X 12'02

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73538 Haji Khalili Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, 10'00 x 12'02.

A Haji Khalili Legacy: Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Masterpiece … Read more 73538 Haji Khalili Antique Persian Tabriz Rug, 10'00 x 12'02.

A Haji Khalili Legacy: Late 19th Century Persian Tabriz Masterpiece of Elegance

An heirloom of rare distinction from the late 19th-century, this hand knotted wool antique Persian Tabriz rug attributed to the revered Haji Khalili workshop embodies a level of refinement reserved for the most discerning collectors. It carries the quiet authority of a piece woven at the height of Tabriz’s artistic command, where precision, intellect, and cultural fluency converged into works destined for sophisticated interiors. Its presence speaks not loudly, but with conviction—a stunning Persian artifact of cultivated taste that signals a life attuned to heritage and permanence.

At the center, a commanding stepped hexagonal medallion unfolds in concentric rhythm, each layer meticulously filled with the iconic Herati motif. Here, the delicate rosette anchored within a diamond, flanked by serrated leaves evoking fish, becomes a meditation on continuity—the eternal flow of water, the persistence of life, the quiet poetry of renewal. The geometry feels intentional, measured, almost architectural, drawing the eye inward before releasing it outward in a controlled visual cadence.

Encircling this focal point, a saturated red hexagonal framework introduces a field of repeating boteh forms—ancient emblems of germination, vitality, and transformation. Their rhythmic procession creates a sense of movement across the composition, as though the rug itself breathes with symbolic energy. Within the spandrels and throughout the field, the Herati pattern reappears, reinforcing a cohesive narrative where every element participates in a larger, unified expression of balance and regeneration.

The extraordinary masterpiece is enclosed by an intricate Herati border, where botanical forms unfold with disciplined elegance, articulated through deep coffee-toned outlines that sharpen every detail. This framing device serves as both boundary and guide, directing the gaze while enhancing the overall structure. In a refined setting—whether an English country house, a stately library, or a curated modern interior—this exquisite work of art asserts itself as a connoisseur’s acquisition, a testament to enduring artistry and the rarefied legacy of Haji Khalili’s Tabriz atelier.

Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Measures: 10'00 x 12'02.
Pile Height: 0.13 of an inch.
Date: 1880's. Late 19th Century. See less