61545 Vintage Persian Qum Rug, 11'02 x 14'03.
The Eternal Flame: A Rare Persian Qum Boteh Masterpiece of Timeless Elegance
Steeped in symbolic richness and woven with masterful precision, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Qum rug exudes an aura of refinement and cultural prestige. Its expansive field is adorned with an allover boteh pattern—the iconic flame-like motif that has come to represent fertility, eternal life, and divine protection in Persian tradition. Each boteh emerges in rhythmic procession, meticulously detailed in shades of red, indigo, sky blue, pistachio, and soft rose, gently unfurling across a warm ivory ground. This repetition forms not just a decorative rhythm, but a spiritual cadence—an homage to the ancient Zoroastrian and Sufi motifs that shaped Persian visual language.
The boteh, often interpreted as a stylized cypress or sprouting seed, is rendered here with exquisite delicacy, each shape filled with miniature floral bouquets and leafy flourishes that seem to bloom from within. Scattered between the botehs are sprays of naturalistic florals—charming blossoms, meandering vines, and leafy tendrils—that enrich the surface with vitality and balance. The allover composition is simultaneously formal and organic, creating a surface of infinite intricacy that rewards close inspection and commands admiration from afar.
Framing this visual garden is a magnificent border ensemble, beginning with a striking wide band of alternating floral cartouches—each one a contained botanical vignette set against a parchment ground. These cartouches bloom in shades of rose, pistachio, coral, and blue, drawing from a palette that echoes the botehs yet stands in luxurious contrast. A series of guard borders follows—each finely articulated with rosettes, lotus blossoms, and scrolling vines set atop a sky-blue band that introduces lightness and air. These guard bands serve as elegant thresholds, enhancing the formality and framing of the central field with grace.
This vintage Persian Qum rug is far more than a floor covering—it is a symbol of cultivated taste and timeless artistry. With its extraordinary level of detail, tight weave, and culturally resonant motifs, it belongs in a curated interior where heritage is honored and connoisseurship is expressed. Ideal for grand salons, formal dining rooms, or heritage-inspired interiors, it offers not just beauty, but a deep sense of narrative and prestige—an heirloom-quality piece that speaks of legacy, luxury, and enduring cultural refinement.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 11'02 x 14'03.
- Pile Height: 0.24 of an inch.
- Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
