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79241 Antique Persian Sarouk Rug, 01'11 x 02'04.
Radiating with regal elegance and old-world charm, this hand knotted wool precious antique Persian Sarouk rug is a sublime expression of classical refinement and botanical grandeur. Woven in the early 20th century, this petite yet commanding carpet embodies the enduring prestige of the Sarouk weaving tradition, celebrated for its dense floral arrangements and sumptuous color saturation. Its deep crimson field serves as a rich canvas for a lavish floral medallion to blossom—a symmetrical bouquet of stylized foliage and painterly blossoms rendered in sapphire blue, golden saffron, brown, and soft rose.
The majestic central medallion unfurls like an illuminated manuscript of Persian horticultural symbolism. Palmettes extend outward from the center in perfect balance, while lotus buds and rosettes float amid curling vine scrolls and rhythmic hyacinth. Flanking the main axis are radiant corner sprays of miniature floral blossoms, echoing nature's intricacy with the deliberate restraint of classical Persian garden design. This dreamlike woven harmony speaks not just to visual beauty but to an inner philosophy—a celebration of order, paradise, and renewal rendered through form and hue.
Framed by a midnight blue border festooned with meandering carnations, this one-of-a-kind masterpiece is gracefully enclosed in a way that evokes architectural finesse. A succession of inner and outer guard bands thread the spellbinding composition with the same intention as a jeweler’s filigree—delicate, supportive, and indispensable. The refined use of color throughout—particularly the navy blue and sky blue against the crimson ground—elevates this piece to a level of timeless luxury. The result is an aesthetic of restrained opulence: lush without excess, ornate without ostentation.
This magnificent work of art, despite its modest proportions, possesses a striking visual presence, ideal for intimate settings seeking a touch of historical depth. Whether placed in a private study, adorning an entryway, or anchoring a reading nook, it brings with it a spirit of cultivated artistry and cultural continuity. More than a furnishing, it is a textile heirloom that bridges generations of craftsmanship and connoisseurship, inviting admiration and reflection with every knot, hue, and floral flourish.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 01'11 x 02'04.
- Pile Height: 0.23 of an inch.
- Date: 1920's. Early 20th Century.