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79263 Antique Persian Sarouk Rug, 08'10 x 10'07.
Radiating an aura of timeless prestige, this hand-knotted wool antique Persian Sarouk rug embodies the artistic height of early 20th-century Persian weaving—a masterpiece coveted by collectors and connoisseurs alike. Its sumptuous crimson field, imbued with the rich, jewel-like depth only achieved through natural vegetal dyes, unfurls like an imperial tapestry of blossoms. Layer upon layer of stylized roses, lotus buds, and palmettes intertwine in a lavish allover pattern, a design once tailored for Western aristocratic salons and now sought after as a symbol of cultivated taste and refinement.
The opulent navy blue border frames the composition with architectural gravitas, enclosing the field like an ornate gilded frame around a priceless painting. Serrated leaves and floral tendrils, delicately outlined in golden ochre and sapphire, echo the rhythmic perfection of a Persian garden—a paradise painstakingly transcribed into wool. Every motif, executed with unparalleled precision, carries the symbolic promise of prosperity and eternal life, rendering this piece not just a decorative object but a vessel of cultural poetry.
Woven in the legendary Sarouk ateliers, this exquisite work of art epitomizes a golden era when master weavers responded to Western demand without sacrificing Persian artistry. The tightly packed knotting and lustrous, lanolin-rich wool create a velvety, almost sculptural surface—an unmistakable hallmark of authenticity. Time has only heightened its allure; its gently patinated surface whispers of decades spent in distinguished interiors, absorbing the quiet grandeur of a refined life.
To acquire this rare antique is to own more than a rug—it is to inherit a piece of woven history, a status symbol that transcends trends and generations. Coveted for its scarcity and revered for its cultural significance, this Persian Sarouk is a cherished treasure for those who recognize that true luxury lies not in mere possession, but in becoming a steward of art that endures.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran.
- Measures: 08'10 x 10'07.
- Pile Height: 0.22 of an inch.
- Date: 1910's. Early 20th Century.