4 x 6 - Navy Blue Antique Persian Mahal Rug - 77011

77011 Distressed Antique Persian Mahal Rug, 04'05 x 06'05.

The Midnight Bloom: An Antique Persian Mahal Masterpiece of Rustic Refinement

Steeped in heritage and timeworn allure, this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Mahal rug is an ode to the enduring artistry of the Persian heartland. Its design, anchored in the centuries-old Mina Khani pattern, unfurls across a beautifully distressed midnight navy field—a poetic testament to the passage of time. Each blossom and tendril tells a story, its once-vivid colors now softened into a painterly patina that exudes quiet grandeur. This is not simply a rug, but a living heirloom — a woven narrative of beauty, resilience, and refinement.

The central diamond medallion, delicately echoing the floral geometry of its field, draws the eye into a world of symmetrical grace and botanical rhythm. Around it, the meticulous repetition of stylized rosettes and connecting vines evokes the eternal gardens of paradise, an enduring symbol in Persian art. The softly structured surface and artful abrasions reveal the subtle hand of time, granting this exceptional masterpiece a soulful authenticity that new rugs can only aspire to emulate.

Framing the exclusive composition is a meandering botanical border, its pattern harmoniously entwined with inner and outer guard bands that mirror the field’s lyrical energy. The interplay of red, faded rose, ivory, and indigo forms a palette that feels both noble and inviting—rich without excess, and luxurious without pretense. The rug’s distressed finish enhances its depth, giving each signature motif a sense of movement, as though gently fading into memory.

For the discerning collector or connoisseur of fine interiors, this exquisite work of art is a statement of cultivated taste and enduring value. It embodies a sense of history that transforms any space into an experience—an environment where tradition meets sophistication, and the beauty of imperfection becomes the ultimate expression of luxury.

• Rendered in variegated shades of ink blue, red, navy blue, brick red, tan, sage, olive, ecru, terra cotta, baked clay, dark pink, rose, and beige with other accent colors.
• Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
• Abrash.
• Hand-knotted wool.
• Made in Iran (Persia).
• Measures: 04'05 x 06'05.
• Date:1920's. Early 20th Century.