72297 Vintage Persian Mahal Rug, 13'08 X 20'08.
The Gilded Orchard: A Persian Mahal Rug of Timeless Grandeur
A one-of-a-kind masterpiece of elegance and heritage, this hand-knotted wool Persian Mahal palace rug captures the essence of refined living with its majestic composition and painterly warmth. Bathed in a sumptuous palette of burnished terra cotta, soft taupe, and deep indigo, it emanates an aura of cultivated luxury—a rare heirloom of distinction woven for connoisseurs who value artistry, authenticity, and timeless beauty. Every precious knot bears the touch of human devotion, every hue a whisper of Persia’s storied past, culminating in an extraordinary textile that transcends its function to become a living masterwork.
At its heart, a magnificent vase gives rise to a luxuriant Tree of Life, its branches unfurling in rhythmic symmetry to form a celestial garden of blossoms and leaves. Each motif—gracefully curved and meticulously rendered—echoes the Persian philosophy of beauty as harmony, where balance is found between nature’s wildness and the weaver’s control. The composition breathes with vitality: flowers bloom with restrained exuberance, and serrated indigo leaves anchor the design with noble weight. This interplay of movement and stillness creates an atmosphere of contemplative opulence, like an ancient garden at dusk.
Encircling this radiant field, the midnight blue border serves as both frame and sanctuary, adorned with a rhythmic procession of floral palmettes and rosettes. These motifs, symbols of life’s cyclical renewal, are linked by undulating vine scrolls that impart a gentle cadence to the piece. The inner and outer guard bands provide architectural refinement, while the natural abrash—those subtle tonal variations unique to vegetable dyes—imbues this exquisite work of art with luminous depth and poetic texture. The result is a visual symphony of light and shadow, refinement and organic beauty.
To possess this exceptional Mahal rug is to acquire not merely a decorative furnishing, but a rare artifact of cultural legacy and enduring prestige. Its grand scale and graceful patina evoke the halls of Persian estates, yet its subdued palette and sophisticated design make it effortlessly suited to modern interiors. Both regal and serene, it stands as a testament to the artistry of a bygone era—an objet d’art for those who seek not the ordinary, but the eternal.
Perfect for a great room, wine cellar, executive suite, conservatory, state room, royal suite, hotel lobby, music room, living room, dining room, drawing room, private library, golf locker room, billiards room, clubhouse, large home office, master retreat, private Chambers, studio, study, loft, lounge, entertainment parlor, trophy room, large bedroom, or formal sitting room. Well-suited for a variety of interior styles: Spanish Mission, English, Federal, Rustic, Tudor, Spanish Revival, Cotswold Country, London Proper, Spanish Colonial, Southern Living, Artisan, Farmhouse, Shabby Chic, Romantic, French Cottage, Neoclassical, Industrial, Lodge, Cabin, Urban, Loft, Bungalow, Craftsman, Mid-Century Modern, Eclectic, American Colonial, Eastlake, Aesthetic Movement, Manor House, Traditional, Contemporary, Urban, Flemish, Belgian, Pacific Northwest, Northwestern, English Cottage, or Modern.
From Saltillo and talavera to austere elegance and rustic sensibility, this vintage Persian Mahal rug is the perfect complement to bucolic Mediterranean chateaus, Tuscan villas, and Italian farmhouses with its terra cotta and pale royal blue hues.
- Rendered in a beautiful array of colors ranging from navy blue, sky blue, taupe, brown, burnt orange, rustic orange and beige with other accent colors.
- Abrash.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 13'08 x 20'08.
- Date: 1930's. Early 20th Century.
