Description:-
61112 Antique Persian Sarouk Farahan Rug, 04'00 x 06'08.
Embark on a journey through Persian grandeur with this hand-knotted wool antique Sarouk Farahan rug, a rare and storied treasure that echoes the poetic artistry of the late 19th century. Woven in the legendary weaving districts of Sarouk—where Farahan compositions were among the most revered—this masterpiece marries architectural structure with floral fantasy in a breathtaking display of craftsmanship. At its center unfurls a majestic cusped medallion, its radiant petals and ascending palmettes glowing in shades of terracotta, coral, and midnight blue, all gracefully anchored within a sprawling ivory field softened by age and light.
This exquisite work of art conjures the elegance of the Qajar court, with serrated leaves, stylized peonies, and cloudband corner spandrels interwoven into a symphonic arrangement that feels both formal and free. The field is teeming with organic energy—branches climb and spiral with measured exuberance, while the medallion radiates symbolic harmony, echoing the Persian philosophy of paradise on earth. Every inch of this rug is a botanical manuscript, hand-drawn in wool by a master weaver steeped in the rhythms of tradition and grace. The contrast between the dark indigo reserve of the upper medallion and the brighter hues below adds a subtle narrative—dawn to dusk, heaven to earth.
The exceptional border completes this visual poem, with a navy floral and rosette design enclosed by twin carnation meander guards, a rare nod to Farahan's eclectic language of hybrid motifs. Time has graced this cherished treasure with a gentle abrash and a softened palette—hallmarks of genuine age and authenticity—while the wool pile retains its resilient structure and rich patina. The dye saturation, though mellowed, still pulses with elegance, whispering the story of a life well-lived across salons, sanctuaries, and sacred interiors.
To walk upon this exclusive masterpiece is to step into a living relic of Persian textile history. But beyond its decorative function, this Sarouk Farahan rug offers something far more exclusive: a symbol of enduring legacy, a collector’s artifact, and a bespoke expression of cultivated taste. Its scarcity is matched only by its sophistication, making it not simply a rug—but an heirloom worthy of reverence. A true investment in beauty, heritage, and transcendent design.
- Rendered in variegated shades of red, pink tan, charcoal, gray, rose, sand, magenta, cerise, orange, taupe, mauve, brown, gray, hot pink, blue, neon orange, raspberry pink, saffron and black with other accent colors.
- Abrash. Antique Wash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 04'00 x 06'08.
- Date: 1890's. Late 19th Century.
