Introducing the exquisite Sarouk Feraghan, a timeless rug dating back to the mid 1880s and remarkably preserved in excellent condition.
Woven in and around the picturesque region of Arak in northwest Iran, this rug boasts a captivating allover design. The artistry within features a harmonious blend of suave curve-linearity, geometric styles, and enchanting depictions of birds. Notably, the Farahan Sarouk rugs exhibit a unique combination of angular drawing akin to Herizes and Serapis, albeit on a much finer scale suitable for classical designs.
Exquisite Antique Persian Kurdish Bijar Halvayi Carpet - A Timeless Work of Art
Step into a world of captivating beauty with this absolutely stunning antique Persian Kurdish Bijar Halvayi carpet, dating back to the 1900's. Measuring a graceful 5'4" x 11'8" this masterpiece boasts a wool foundation and features a mesmerizing floral pattern reminiscent of a lush forest of rose flowers.
The tribal weavers in Malayer were often Turkish, and they employed the Turkish knot. The Gourde is a symmetrical knot, as opposed to the asymmetrical knot of many traditionally creations. Additionally, antique Malayer rugs regularly enjoy a low cut pile. Weavers trimmed the pile in order to enhance the appearance of the design. In addition to a broad range of design and color, these rugs were designed technically to enhance the artistry of the woven design.
Cicim or Jijim or Jajim: Kilims woven in narrow strips that are sewn together.
Most Kilims are slit woven. Larger antique Kilims were woven in two to three separate sections on small nomadic horizontal floor looms in three feet wide long strips, then carefully sewn together matching the patterns edges to create an ultimately wider rug. These pieces are still being produced in very limited quantities by nomadic tribes for their personal use and are commonly known as cicims.
Vegetable dyed very fine wool used for floor covering or bed cover or used as dining ground area.
Persian Mazandran Kilim 7'1" x 7'2". Hand made Persian Oriental vintage rug. Originally made for transporting water.
Mazandaran kilims are unique, decorative and textiles that hail from a remote part of north central Iran. The Mazandaran Province is bound by the snow-topped Alborz Mountains and the southernmost shores of the Caspian Sea. Its striped Kilims and Primitive "sofrehs" (literally spreads) come in several styles. The district of Hezarjerib produces striking black-and-white striped Kilims. Solid fields and horizontal stripes are prevalent designs.
