Description:-
71615 Antique Persian Bibikabad Rug, 11'06 X 24'00.
The Courtly Talisman: Late 19th Century Persian Bibikabad Masterpiece of Splendor
This exceptional hand knotted wool antique Persian Bibikabad rug, woven in the Late 19th Century, reveals a cultivated vision shaped within the Hamadan region’s village ateliers. Its elongated format and commanding presence speak to a life once lived within grand corridors, where textiles guided movement and defined space. The deep navy field offers a stage of quiet authority, allowing every motif to emerge with intention, as though suspended within a nocturnal garden of enduring memory.
The allover pattern unfolds in a disciplined cadence of stylized cypress forms, boteh derivatives, and geometric floral clusters arranged in vertical procession. These iconic motifs carry layers of meaning—cypress trees evoke immortality and steadfastness, while boteh forms symbolize growth and the eternal spark of life. Interspersed rosettes and angular blossoms create a rhythm of renewal, suggesting a cultivated landscape where order and abundance coexist. This structured repetition delivers both harmony and vitality, a visual language grounded in tradition yet alive with movement.
Encircling the striking field, a variation of the Samovar border introduces a narrative of hospitality and ceremony. The samovar, long associated with gathering and shared ritual, becomes a symbolic guardian of warmth and connection. Within its stylized framework, palmettes and floral medallions alternate in a measured procession, reinforcing themes of continuity and cultural refinement. Flanking this main border, inner and outer botanical guard bands create a layered enclosure, guiding the eye while reinforcing the sense of protection and completeness.
To acquire this extraordinary masterpiece is to claim a legacy textile of Persian village heritage elevated to a level of quiet distinction. It is a work that resonates with collectors who understand the gravity of authenticity, where every precious knot carries intention and every motif holds meaning. This is not simply a decorative object—it is an exquisite work of art, offering a rare dialogue between craftsmanship, symbolism, and the enduring elegance of a world shaped by tradition.
- Rendered in variegated shades of ink blue, navy blue, cerulean, royal blue, dark pink, raspberry pink, ruby red, oxblood, brick red, terra cotta, camel, tan, ecru, and beige with other accent colors.
- Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran (Persia).
- Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 12 x 24 Rug.
- Measures: 11'06 x 24'00.
- Date: 1880s. Late 19th Century.
