76793 Antique Persian Malayer Rug Runner, 03'06 x 16'08.
Persian Malayer carpet runners, originating from the Malayer region in western Iran, are meticulously crafted rugs known for their long and narrow dimensions, making them ideal for hallways, entryways, and other narrow spaces within interiors. Each runner is intricately handcrafted, showcasing elaborate designs like geometric patterns, floral motifs, or medallions woven into a rich and vibrant color palette. Renowned for their exceptional craftsmanship and durability, these runners add warmth, texture, and visual interest to any space, whether traditional or contemporary. Reflecting a blend of tribal and urban influences, they highlight the diverse cultural heritage of the Malayer region, making them both culturally significant and aesthetically pleasing. Highly sought after for their timeless elegance and versatility, Persian Malayer carpet runners are favored by collectors and interior designers alike, seamlessly complementing a wide range of interior styles while infusing rooms with tradition, culture, and timeless beauty.
This hand-knotted wool antique Persian Malayer runner boasts a mesmerizing all-over Herati pattern that spans across its abrashed field, creating a captivating display of intricate detail and timeless charm. As the eye dances across the surface, one is drawn into the mesmerizing rhythm of the Herati motifs, each telling a story of tradition and craftsmanship. Surrounding this central motif, an exquisite series of borders frames the design with a variety of motifs, adding depth and complexity to the rug's overall composition.
The main border commands attention with its intricate floral lattice pattern, reminiscent of blooming gardens and lush landscapes. Flanked on both sides by simpler trefoil and pinwheel secondary borders, it creates a harmonious transition between the central field and the outer edges of the rug. Meanwhile, the outermost border features a delicate rosette and calyx meander, evoking a sense of whimsy and sophistication. Completing the composition, a geometric saw-tooth inner border adds a touch of geometric elegance, adding to the rug's overall allure and visual appeal.
A fantastic color palette, centered around nature-inspired shades, infuses the variety of patterns in this antique Malayer runner with vibrant energy and vivacious beauty. Each hue plays off the others in a harmonious dance of color, creating a dynamic and captivating display that is sure to enliven any interior space. With its exquisite craftsmanship, intricate detailing, and stunning color palette, this antique Persian Malayer runner is more than just a floor covering—it's a work of art that exudes elegance, sophistication, and timeless allure.
- Rendered in
variegated shades of brown, beige, cream, tan, ecru, terra cotta, peach, salmon,
pistachio, gray, greige, stone gray, oyster gray, cerulean, light blue, blue,
sienna and coffee with other accent colors.
- Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
- Abrash.
- Hand-knotted wool.
- Made in
Iran.
- Measures: 03'06 x 16'08.
- Date: 1900s. Early 20th Century.
