16 x 18 Vintage Persian Sultanabad Rug 73419

73419 Vintage Persian Sultanabad Rug, 16'04 x 17'08.

A vision of refined artistry and noble heritage, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Sultanabad rug evokes the regal elegance of a bygone era. Its harmonious design unfurls across a golden-hued field like a sun-warmed manuscript, alive with stylized floral palmettes, delicate vinery, and symmetrical boteh blossoms that suggest continuity, protection, and abundance. Each motif is precisely balanced, yet gently organic, capturing the paradox of disciplined design and natural spontaneity—a testament to the aesthetic mastery of the Sultanabad weaving tradition.

The field is adorned with staggered rows of radiant rosettes and angular floral medallions rendered in soft tones of sky blue, celadon, terra cotta, sable, and ivory, creating an exquisite interplay of earth and ether. These elemental tones speak to both earthbound grounding and celestial grace, subtly echoing the philosophies embedded within Persian garden design—where paradise is not merely a destination, but a pattern, a rhythm, a sanctuary of the soul rendered in wool.

Framing the central composition is a magnificent border of stylized lotus palmettes and scrolling saz leaves set within a brick-red band, each figure evoking ancient motifs of divine rebirth and flourishing life. Flanked by multiple inner and outer guard borders filled with floral meander, this intricate border architecture lends the piece a sense of regal containment, as if it were a sacred artifact guarded on all sides—emblematic of tradition, preservation, and generational stewardship.

Rare in both size and sophistication, this vintage Persian Sultanabad rug transcends mere decoration, offering an experience of storied beauty and cultural prestige. Its one-of-a-kind composition is a celebration of craftsmanship, scarcity, and symbolism—a piece that elevates its surroundings while championing the social good of handmade tradition. It is a legacy woven under masterful hands, a textile masterpiece that confers status and quiet luxury with every measured knot and meaningful motif.

• Rendered in variegated shades of tan, brown, rust, sky blue, cerulean, navy blue, terra cotta, taupe, peach, sage, and maroon with other accent colors.
• Abrash. 
• Hand knotted wool. 
• Made in Iran. 
• Measures: 16'04 x 17'08.
• Pile Height: 0.47 of an inch.
• Date: 1990's. Late 20th Century.