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Description
54019 Distressed Antique Persian Malayer Rug, 07'01 x 11'06.
Woven in the twilight of the 19th century and steeped in the quiet grandeur of Persia’s village tradition, this hand knotted wool Malayer rug is not merely a floor covering—it is a portal to a more refined, storied world. With its ethereal, antique-washed blue field and dreamlike patina, this rarefied textile evokes the faded opulence of a forgotten Persian garden, its hues softened like ancient poetry whispered through time. This piece is a masterclass in quiet luxury—its allure not in ostentation, but in cultivated restraint. It was not made for the marketplace, but for legacy.
At the heart of the composition lies a floral lozenge medallion, delicately flanked by an allover pattern of blossoming vines and artful foliage that seems to grow of its own volition across the woven surface. Each botanical element is a symbolic whisper: florals for rebirth, vines for continuity, and mirrored symmetry as a metaphor for balance between the material and the spiritual. This is a rug that speaks in hushed tones of privilege and permanence—a rare artifact forged by time and the soul of a weaver.
The framing border is no less poetic. A sequence of lotus blossoms and imperial peonies—both ancient symbols of purity, wealth, and enlightenment—encircle the field like a protective mantra. These are flanked by finely drawn boteh guard bands, the eternal Persian flame leaf that blesses and protects. It is a composition of subtle power, where each line of knotting is both decorative and devotional. To live with such a piece is to embrace not only a refined aesthetic, but also the deeper symbolism and social good embedded in preserving artisan culture.
For the connoisseur of quiet rarity and cultural depth, this Malayer is more than a collectible—it is a provenance-rich statement of values. Owning such a rug is not merely a gesture of taste; it is a commitment to legacy, scarcity, and the enduring beauty of the handmade. In an age of acceleration and artifice, this piece offers something increasingly rare: a sacred stillness, a timeless sanctuary, and an enduring whisper of prestige beneath your feet.
- Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
- Abrash. Antique Wash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 07'01 x 11'06.
- Pile Height: 0.17 of an inch.
- Date: 1890's. Late 19th Century.
