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75767 Vintage Earth-Tone Persian Tabriz Rug, 09'06 x 12'06.
A symphony of serenity and symbolism, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Tabriz rug offers an exclusive invitation into a world where spiritual reverence and regal elegance converge. At its core lies a magnificent central medallion, a multi-tiered architectural work of art punctuated with ornate floral rosettes, curling vinery, and intricate botanical latticework. This central motif is gracefully anchored with trefoil pendants at either end, evoking a sense of balance and sacred geometry. Rendered in softened mineral tones, this exceptional medallion radiates quiet majesty—both ornamental and contemplative in nature.
Set against a refined tan field, the majestic composition is elevated by delicate arrangements of eight-pointed stars encircled by clusters of stylized florals and foliage—signature symbols of divine order and heavenly beauty in Islamic artistic traditions. These celestial emblems are gently interspersed across the open space like constellations across a desert sky, creating a sensation of stillness, clarity, and refined opulence. The subtle abrashed variations in the wool lend a painterly dimension, accentuating the antique patina and whispering of time’s gentle passage.
A rare and mesmerizing detail lies in the rows of mihrab niches that gracefully cascade down the length of this cherished treasure. Each mihrab is a visual prayer—pointed arches filled with architectural medallions, stylized floral latticework, and a meditative rhythm of symmetry and devotion. These directional elements not only allude to the sacred orientation of prayer but also echo the interior of a Persian mosque, adding a spiritual dimension to the timeless rug’s already profound visual vocabulary.
Framing this extraordinary masterpiece is an exclusive border, a parade of peonies, eight-pointed stars, and twin cypress trees—the latter representing the Tree of Life, renewal, and eternal connection between heaven and earth. The triple guard bands that flank this main border are rendered with meticulous precision, their floral meander patterns serving both as decorative restraint and as poetic repetition. This Tabriz rug is not merely a floor covering—it is a bespoke statement of heritage and introspection, a rare and refined heirloom for those who seek to imbue their surroundings with both beauty and meaning.
- Abrash.
- Hand knotted wool.
- Made in Iran (Persia).
- Measures: 09'06 x 12'06.
- Pile Height: 0.18 of an inch.
- Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.