10 x 14 Antique Persian Kerman Rug 60828

60828 Late 19th Century Distressed Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 09'11 x 13'11.

A poetic reverie in woven form, this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Kerman rug, dating to the Late 19th Century, invites one into a world of timeless elegance and cultivated refinement. Its softly faded, ethereal palette of tranquil taupe, ivory-beige, warm sand, and sky blue whispers of faded grandeur—like a memory suspended in silk. At its heart radiates a circular medallion, harmoniously balanced within an expansive botanical field, echoing the gardens of paradise so often evoked in Persian poetry and design. Every motif—delicately stylized palmettes, blooming lotus blossoms, meandering arabesques, and serpentine vinery—speaks of nature idealized and eternally in bloom.

Encased within a richly detailed border, this exquisite work of art is flanked by layers of meander guard bands—an architectural framing device that elevates the composition into the realm of timeless art. These intricate botanical frames not only preserve the symmetry of this exceptional piece, but serve as a metaphor for containment and order amid wild beauty, a concept deeply rooted in signature Persian aesthetics. The curvature of every tendril, the rhythmic repetition of each blossom, and the lattice-like flow of the field unfold like a rhapsody in wool—a visual embodiment of poetry underfoot.

This precious Kerman rug is more than a furnishing; it is an heirloom of distinction, a collector’s jewel, and an objet d’art for the connoisseur who understands that true luxury lies in the hand of the artisan, not the stamp of the machine. Its distressed patina, achieved through time and respectful preservation, speaks not of imperfection but of provenance and prestige. In a world dominated by the ephemeral, this piece offers permanence—a rare textile legacy whose beauty grows ever more resonant with age.

Its exclusivity is unquestionable: a one-of-a-kind expression of cultural heritage and artisanal mastery, born from the famed looms of Kerman, a region synonymous with the highest levels of Persian weaving excellence. To own it is to be a custodian of history, to align oneself with the aesthetic traditions of emperors, poets, and tastemakers of centuries past. This rug does not merely decorate a space—it bestows it with lineage, authenticity, and timeless value.

Let this be the crown jewel of a curated interior—an understated yet commanding presence in spaces defined by taste, not trend. Whether gracing a grand salon, anchoring a serene bedroom, or adding gravitas to a contemporary gallery setting, this Persian Kerman rug offers a sanctuary of grace, echoing the spirit of enduring craftsmanship and soulful beauty in every hand-tied knot.

• Rendered in variegated shades of tan, ecru, navy blue, beige, taupe, mushroom, pashmina, sand, and baby blue with other neutral accent colors.
• Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
• Abrash. Antique Wash.
• Hand-knotted wool.
• Made in Iran. 
• Measures: 09'11 x 13'11.
• Pile Height: 0.16 of an inch.
• Date: 1890's. Late 19th Century.