77327 Antique Persian Halwai Bijar Rug, 14'08 x 24'10.
The Iron Jewel of Persia: A Late 19th Century Halwai Bidjar Palace Rug of Distinction
Woven in the late 19th century at the height of Persia’s golden weaving era, this monumental Halwai Bidjar palace rug exemplifies the legendary durability and artistry that earned Bijar carpets the moniker “the iron rugs of Persia.” Its noble proportions, hand-knotted in lustrous Kurdish wool, were intended not for ordinary homes but for grand palaces, echoing the power, permanence, and refinement of Persian aristocratic taste. This is not just a rug, but a living testament to the endurance of craftsmanship elevated to the realm of art.
At its heart lies a magnificent ink-blue cusped medallion, densely adorned with the classic Mina Khani rosette lattice, a design beloved for centuries as a symbol of abundance and divine order. The medallion’s anchor pendants unfurl with quiet authority, grounding the composition while radiating strength. Around this centerpiece unfolds a glowing field of crimson red and royal blue, articulated in a lively cut-out format, brimming with vines and blossoms that pulse with movement. Every petal, every rosette is a reminder of the weaver’s mastery — translating nature’s eternal rhythm into a woven manuscript of elegance.
The grandeur is further magnified by its majestic double turtle vine scroll border, a hallmark of elite workshop production. This sophisticated main frame, flanked by meandering carnation guard bands and subsidiary stripes, encloses the field like a jewel-laden crown. The juxtaposition of geometric power and floral fluidity speaks to the harmony of opposites, a theme deeply rooted in Persian aesthetics. Here, order and abundance are not merely decorative but emblematic of cosmic balance, the very philosophy that guided the weavers of Bijar.
For the discerning collector or design visionary, this Halwai Bidjar is not merely a floor covering, but an heirloom of monumental scale and stature — a palatial artifact imbued with rarity, resilience, and regal elegance. Such masterpieces, with their late 19th century authenticity and unrivaled endurance, represent the apex of Persian rug weaving and are coveted as much by connoisseurs of fine art as by elite interior designers. To own this rug is to inherit not just a piece of Persian history, but a legacy of permanence, prestige, and timeless beauty.
- Rendered in variegated shades of ink blue, royal blue, navy blue, cerulean, red, scarlet red, brick red, ruby red, rose, ecru, tan, sand, beige, and coffee with other accent colors.
- Desirable Age Wear. Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 14'08 x 24'10.
- Date: 1870's. Late 19th Century.
