2 x 3 Red Antique Persian Shiraz Rug 61451
2 x 3 Red Antique Persian Shiraz Rug 61451
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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:-
61451 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Shiraz Rug, 01'11 x 02'08.
The Stepped Celestial: A Late-19th-Century Shiraz Masterpiece of Tribal Nobility
Woven in the waning years of the 19th century, this hand-knotted antique Persian Shiraz rug is a rare heirloom from a period when tribal weaving reached an apex of symbolic richness and artistic confidence. Its striking composition—anchored by a deep blue hexagonal medallion with elegant stepped edges—instantly conveys a sense of lineage and prestige. Resting upon a brick-red field softened by time, the majestic medallion feels almost architectural, a commanding emblem of tribal identity and ancestral storytelling.
The field surrounding this celestial medallion is alive with esoteric tribal symbols—abstracted blossoms, geometric rosettes, protective totems, and elemental motifs that whisper the encoded language of nomadic life. These symbols are far more than decoration; they represent aspirations for protection, abundance, and harmony, passed from generation to generation through the loom. Their arrangement here is deliberate and rhythmic, offering the collector not only an extraordinary textile, but a woven manuscript of cultural memory.
Enhancing the rug’s stately presence is its geometric border, a beautifully articulated frame that encapsulates the field with noble precision. Angular motifs, repeated in a measured cadence, form a protective perimeter reminiscent of fortress walls—both aesthetically balanced and symbolically meaningful. The interplay of warm neutrals, deep blue, and burnished earth tones creates a palette of quiet, dignified luxury, the kind appreciated by those who favor authenticity over artifice.
For the elite connoisseur, this exquisite work of art is not simply an antique—it is a testament to craftsmanship born in a world where every motif held purpose and every color carried significance. Its rarity, condition, and impeccable tribal character elevate it far beyond decorative status, transforming it into an object of true cultural prestige. Whether displayed as a focal point in a curated interior or preserved as a collector’s treasure, this Shiraz masterpiece radiates the timeless authority of a textile created with both spirit and skill.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 01'11 x 02'08.
- Pile Height: 0.17 of an inch.
- Date: 1880's. Late 19th Century.