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.
This attractive antique Persian Sarouk rug, woven around 1920, is a fine example of one of Persia's most celebrated weaving traditions. Measuring 4'1" × 6'6", it features the classic Sarouk floral design that has made these rugs highly sought after for both their beauty and remarkable durability.
The rug displays a rich raspberry-red field filled with an elegant arrangement of stylized flowering plants, palmettes, scrolling vines, and graceful botanical motifs radiating around a delicate central floral medallion.
This beautiful antique Persian Sarouk Feraghan rug, woven around 1880, is an outstanding example of the highly regarded weaving tradition of the Feraghan district.
This elegant antique Persian Sarouk rug, woven around 1920, is a beautiful example of the classic Sarouk tradition, celebrated for its exceptional craftsmanship, luxurious wool, and timeless floral artistry. Measuring 4'3" × 6'7", it is an ideal accent size that works equally well in both traditional and contemporary interiors.
The rug displays a rich raspberry-red field filled with a graceful arrangement of stylized flowering plants, palmettes, and elegant vinery radiating around a refined central medallion.
This exceptional antique Persian Feraghan rug, woven circa 1880, is a beautiful example of one of Persia's most celebrated weaving traditions. Measuring 4'6" × 7'4", it displays the refined craftsmanship and artistic sophistication that have made Feraghan rugs highly prized by collectors for well over a century.
The rug features a richly detailed Herati (Mahi) pattern covering the entire field, framed by ivory spandrels and an elegant floral border. The intricate allover design creates remarkable visual depth while maintaining perfect symmetry and balance.
