Description:-
61407 Distressed Vintage Persian Hamadan Rug, 03'07 x 12'10.
The Powdered Garden: A Rare Hamadan Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Step into an atmosphere of aristocratic grace with this antique Persian Borchelou Hamadan runner—a sublime rarity where the whisper of Sarouk-inspired florals is preserved in an ethereal antique wash. Every precious knot in this handwoven treasure echoes the finesse of a bygone era, where weaving was a sacred act of storytelling and status. Drenched in the delicate patina of time, its muted palette of powdered blue sage, tobacco brown, wheat, and faded beige evokes the softness of moonlight falling over a centuries-old garden courtyard. This isn’t merely a runner—it’s an heirloom-worthy work of art, built for connoisseurs who appreciate enduring elegance in its most poetic form.
The allover floral field unfolds like a painterly impression—each blossom and bloom rendered with softened edges and gracefully scattered arrangements. Rather than rigid symmetry, the design flows organically, capturing the naturalistic style once championed in early 20th-century Sarouk rugs. The floral sprays float across the field in an extraordinary composition of curving vines, rosettes, and lotus-like clusters that seem to dance across the surface, anchored by a subtle central axis of balance that never overstates itself.
What truly elevates this exquisite work of art to the realm of collectible prestige is the framing architecture: three tiers of floral meander borders—a classic motif seen in the best Borchelou rugs—are flanked by an inner sawtooth guard band that offers graphic tension and rhythm. The dusty blue undertones and biscuit hues interlace throughout the border system, creating a visual cadence reminiscent of antique manuscript illuminations or faded tapestries in European manor homes. This careful layering of botanical and geometric motifs adds structural harmony without interrupting the garden-like softness of the field.
Distressed to perfection, this precious masterpiece exudes the kind of well-lived refinement that can only be earned over generations. It is a carpet that doesn’t scream for attention—but rather, rewards those with the discernment to notice. Ideal for a serene entryway, a curated gallery corridor, or a refined master suite, it invites quiet luxury and a deep appreciation for heritage textile art. For collectors and interior aesthetes alike, this Borchelou runner stands as a testament to both Persian craftsmanship and timeless design—an irreplaceable piece in a world of the forgettable.
- Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
- Abrash. Antique Wash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 03'07 x 12'10.
- Pile Height: 0.23 of an inch.
- Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
