14 x 16 - Red Antique Persian Khorassan Rug - 74232
14 x 16 - Red Antique Persian Khorassan Rug - 74232
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Care Instructions
● Vacuum with the beater bar off and always in the direction of the pile.
● Rotate 180° every 6 months for even wear and sun-fade balance.
● Blot spills immediately with a white cloth—never rub.
● Use a breathable rug pad to prevent slipping and fiber stress.
● Schedule a professional hand-wash every 3–5 years (sooner for high-traffic or pets).
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Description:-
74232 Antique Persian Khorassan Rug, 13'09 x 15'09.
The Celestial Diamond: A Rare Late 19th Century Persian Khorassan Masterpiece
From the storied weaving ateliers of northeastern Persia, this Late 19th Century antique Persian Khorassan rug embodies the majesty of an age when craftsmanship was elevated to an art form. Its grand, meditative composition reveals a balance between power and restraint—a field of soft ivory opens into an opulent diamond medallion of crimson and indigo, framed by a sea of intricate floral motifs. Each hand-knotted detail reflects the mastery and refinement for which Khorassan was renowned, echoing the artistic patronage of noble Persian courts where elegance was both a language and a way of life.
In its vast scale and geometric precision, this rug commands attention with architectural poise. The interplay between the open ivory expanse and the densely patterned medallion evokes a sense of both serenity and ceremony, reminiscent of the soaring iwans and tiled courtyards of ancient Persian mosques. Such compositional sophistication was not merely decorative—it was philosophical, symbolizing unity, contemplation, and the cosmic balance between light and structure. This sense of grandeur makes the piece not only a floor covering, but a living relic of Persian design’s intellectual and spiritual legacy.
The palette of garnet red, midnight blue, and soft ivory radiates a quiet luminosity, its natural dyes mellowed over centuries into tones of rare depth and warmth. The complex border system—a triumph of symmetry and rhythm—frames the composition like the gilded molding of an imperial painting. Here, the weaver’s hand becomes that of a poet: repeating rosettes and delicate vine scrolls whisper of gardens, eternity, and divine beauty. The refined wool pile, supple yet enduring, carries the soft sheen that only age and artisanal excellence can bestow.
To possess this Khorassan rug is to own a fragment of Persian cultural aristocracy—woven at a time when such works graced the palatial salons of Qajar nobility and European collectors alike. Its presence today offers not just beauty, but legacy: a statement of discernment, sophistication, and taste that transcends time. Whether placed beneath a grand piano or illuminating a contemporary gallery space, this one-of-a-kind masterpiece stands as a testament to art’s highest pursuit—timeless elegance rendered in wool and soul.
- Distressed. Desirable Age Wear. Small Repair.
- Abrash.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in Iran (Persia).
- Measures: 13'09 x 15'09.
- Date: 1880's. Late 19th Century.