77369 Vintage Chinese Persian Tabriz Rug, 08'10 x 11'09.
The Imperial Blossom: A Vintage Chinese Tabriz Rug of Regal Grandeur
Evoking the opulence of Persian artistry through a masterful Chinese interpretation, this hand-knotted wool and silk vintage Tabriz rug stands as a testament to refinement and timeless sophistication. Its magnificent crimson field unfurls like a royal garden at twilight — lush, luminous, and infinitely detailed. Here, every precious knot whispers of legacy; every motif, a meditation on symmetry and grace. Woven with the precision of Persian design and the discipline of Chinese craftsmanship, this extraordinary masterpiece embodies the fusion of two great artistic lineages, creating a work of textile art that transcends geography and time.
The field blooms with an allover pattern of rosettes, lotus blossoms, palmettes, sickle leves, and scrolling vines — each meticulously outlined in silk to shimmer like embroidery under soft light. These floral medallions seem to float across the deep garnet background, creating a mesmerizing sense of rhythm and depth. The signature motifs recall the famed Tabriz workshops of Northwest Persia, where gardens were transposed into woven form to symbolize paradise itself. Yet this rug, with its subtle sheen and gentle abrash, carries a modern sensibility — serene, balanced, and profoundly elegant.
Framing the composition is an intricate border of sapphire blue and ivory, where palmette scrolls and saz leaves intertwine in stately procession. The refined palette — a harmony of garnet, indigo, champagne, and soft gold — elevates the enchanting design from decorative to divine. Each detail reveals the weaver’s deep understanding of proportion and poise, transforming a traditional pattern into a canvas of living light. The exceptional wool pile, enriched by silk highlights, exudes both warmth and luxury, making the piece as tactilely inviting as it is visually commanding.
For the discerning collector, The Imperial Blossom represents more than craftsmanship — it represents legacy. This vintage Chinese Tabriz rug embodies the height of 20th-century weaving artistry: where East met West in the shared pursuit of beauty, precision, and perfection. Whether gracing a grand salon, stately library, or private retreat, this exquisite work of art serves as both heirloom and statement — a timeless expression of cultured taste and enduring prestige.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool. Hand knotted silk.
- Made in China.
- Measures: 08'10 x 11'09.
- Pile Height: 0.38 of an inch.
- Date: 1980's. Late 20th Century.
