12 x 18 - Red Vintage Romanian Tabriz Rug - 78414
12 x 18 - Red Vintage Romanian Tabriz Rug - 78414
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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:-
78414 Vintage Romanian Tabriz Rug, 11'11 x 17'08.
The Moonlit Mahi: A Vintage Romanian Tabriz Masterpiece of Timeless Prestige
Rooted in the celebrated design vocabulary of Tabriz, this hand-knotted wool vintage Romanian Tabriz rug possesses the cultivated presence of a carpet conceived for an elegant residence. Its monumental proportions, intricate workmanship, and disciplined symmetry create an atmosphere of quiet authority, while the elaborate composition speaks to a tradition in which ornament carried both aesthetic and symbolic meaning. Created in Romania through the artistic legacy of Persian carpet design, the stunning masterwork offers the discerning collector a sophisticated expression of heritage, craftsmanship, and enduring status.
Taking center stage is a magnificent concentric lobed medallion, built in successive layers and anchored by ornate palmette pendants at either end. The medallion unfolds almost architecturally, progressing from a floral nucleus into scalloped contours before opening onto the surrounding field. This commanding centerpiece can be read as a symbolic garden viewed from above, an image associated in Persian decorative arts with order, harmony, and paradise. Its palmettes evoke abundance and regeneration, while the balanced placement of each element gives the entire composition a ceremonial sense of proportion.
Across the exceptional field, the celebrated Herati, or Mahi, pattern forms an intricate network of flowers centered within diamond-shaped arrangements and accompanied by curving lanceolate leaves. These distinctive leaves have long inspired the poetic interpretation of fish swimming beneath the surface of water, traditionally associated with the reflection of the moon—a particularly evocative reading for one of the most revered motifs in Persian weaving. Repeated with remarkable precision, the pattern suggests continuity and movement, creating a mesmerizing visual rhythm that rewards close inspection. The interplay between the expansive medallion and minute Herati drawing lends the rug its compelling sense of depth.
A traditional Herati border provides the final architectural frame, surrounded by a succession of finely articulated inner and outer guard bands. Each register contributes another layer of detail, giving the perimeter the character of an ornamental enclosure around a formal garden. Grand in scale yet meticulously composed, this vintage Romanian Tabriz rug carries the unmistakable presence of an extraordinary masterpiece, suited to distinguished estates, formal salons, private libraries, and curated interiors where provenance and artistry matter. More than a decorative furnishing, it is an immersive statement of connoisseurship—an exquisite work of art designed to command a room while preserving the romance of an ancient visual language.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Romania.
- Hotel Lobby Size Carpet 12 x 18 Rug.
- Measures: 11'11 x 17'08.
- Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
