Ushak rugs have been in production since the 15th century with superb wools and natural dyes, . Unlike other Turkish rugs, Ushak rugs influenced after Persian rugs and they woven with Ghiordies knots and all double knotted, their design is feature intricate motifs of vines and leaves and typically based on geometric motifs.
The rug has the heavier, more strongly geometric character associated with Kazak weaving rather than the generally finer, more closely articulated drawing of Shirvan. The construction visible from the back, the bold scale of the medallions, and the powerful geometric field all support that attribution.
A very fine late 19th-century Persian Senneh carpet, distinguished by its exceptionally intricate drawing, finely woven construction, and striking geometric composition. The design is centered by a large layered diamond medallion, with an ivory outer medallion surrounding a warm madder-red center.
The Ghiordes captured the hearts of European collectors in the 1700s. Ture s, highly decorative spandrel and gorgeous monochromatic fields. These stunning rugs are typically made from the highest quality wool. This construction technique produces beautiful and extremely durable rugs.
Ghiordes include a marvelous variety of angular medallions, graceful curvilinear arabesques and repeating motifs. In general, antique Turkish carpets from the area tend to favor botanical motifs and florals rather than the angular symbols that are depicted in some Turkish rugs.
Construction: Hand-knotted silk pile on a silk foundation
Condition: Structurally sound with good pile, but several holes, missing areas, and edge damage. The silk foundation remains stable and the rug is not dry or rotten.
This rare antique Persian Silk Heriz rug is an exceptional survivor from the late 19th century, representing one of the most unusual and collectible variations of Heriz weaving. While Heriz rugs are traditionally woven in wool, silk examples from this period are exceedingly scarce and were likely produced as special commissions for affluent patrons.
Wool and silk Persian rug.
Nain rugs are constructed using the Persian knot and typically have between 300 and 700 knots per square inch. The pile is usually very high quality wool, clipped short, and silk is often used as highlighting for detail in the design.
This handsome antique Persian Bakhtiari rug, woven around 1890, is a richly colored and highly decorative example of late 19th-century tribal weaving. It features an elegant allover lattice design filled with alternating floral medallions, rosettes, and stylized blossoms arranged across a deep midnight-blue field.
The repeating motifs are woven in warm shades of madder red, rust, golden yellow, soft green, ivory, and muted blue, creating a lively but well-balanced composition.
This is a beautiful antique Persian Afshar rug, woven by the renowned Afshar tribes of southeastern Persia. It features a striking allover boteh (paisley) design arranged in neat rows across a rich midnight-blue field, creating a wonderfully balanced and highly decorative composition. The vibrant crimson botehs, accented with ivory, sky blue, and golden highlights, stand out dramatically against the deep indigo background.
One of the rug's most distinctive features is its colorful kilim end finish, displaying the traditional chevron pattern characteristic of fine Afshar weavings.
