Antique Persian Khorassan Rug - 07'02 x 09'11

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53036 Distressed Antique Persian Khorassan Rug, 07'02 x 09'11. Ethereal and elegantly timeworn, this hand-knotted wool distressed antique Persian Khorassan … Read more 53036 Distressed Antique Persian Khorassan Rug, 07'02 x 09'11. Ethereal and elegantly timeworn, this hand-knotted wool distressed antique Persian Khorassan rug captures the delicate beauty of centuries-old craftsmanship. Bathed in a soft, dreamlike palette of pale blues, muted ivory, and gentle earth tones, the Khorassan rug exudes an air of tranquility and sophistication. Its finely woven details tell a story of Persian artistry, where every floral motif and meandering vine is a tribute to the weavers' devotion to beauty and tradition. Faint echoes of time-softened reds and golds add a whisper of warmth, lending the piece a graceful patina that only age and history can bestow.

At the heart of the composition lies an intricate allover botanical design, where stylized palmettes, delicate rosettes, and unfurling tendrils create an enchanting symphony of movement. Scattered feathery boteh and paisley motifs, symbols of eternal life and prosperity, lend a poetic quality to the design, while gracefully curved arabesque vines weave through the field like a garden caught in a gentle breeze. This rhythmic floral tapestry is an ode to Persian gardens—symbolic realms of paradise—where nature and geometry exist in perfect harmony.

Framing this lyrical expanse is an exquisite border adorned with delicate floral meanders and finely wrought Herati motifs, each element carefully placed to enhance the rug’s sense of depth and refinement. A series of complementary guard borders, rendered in harmonious hues, serves to unify the composition, reinforcing the Persian rug’s inherent balance and grace. The intentional distressing of the wool enhances its timeworn elegance, allowing the colors to soften and meld into one another like the fading frescoes of an ancient Persian palace.

With its ethereal presence and understated grandeur, this antique Khorassan rug bridges the gap between old-world opulence and modern refinement. Whether placed in a serene drawing room, an elegant library, or a sunlit salon, it offers an invitation to bask in its storied past. A piece of living history, imbued with the spirit of the Persian weaving tradition, this rug is not merely a floor covering—it is a canvas of artistry, a woven whisper of antiquity, and a testament to the enduring beauty of Persian design.

Rendered in variegates shades of muted hues of light blue, sky blue, almond, champagne, taupe, rust, glaucous, beige, sand, tan, ecru, and terracotta with other accent colors.
Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
Abrash. Antique Wash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 07'02 x 09'11.
Date: 1910's. Early 20th Century. See less