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1900's Persian Malayer Carpet with Modern Tribal Style

$4,360
£3,299.40
€3,805.24
CA$6,088.44
A$6,821.02
CHF 3,550.33
MX$83,066.94
NOK 45,226.51
SEK 42,590.61
DKK 28,405.61
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73688 Antique Persian Malayer Rug, 03'00 x 10'00. Woven from the wool and prized camel hair of ancient looms, this antique Persian Malayer rug is a nomad’s legacy, grounded in the rhythm of tribal life and sacred geometry. Each knot, tied with care, whispers stories of wanderers beneath desert skies, while the earthy tones reflect the rugged landscapes they called home. At the heart of the composition, a series of stepped hexagonal medallions unfolds along the length of the runner, tethered together like the milestones of a journey. These medallions, rich with dark indigo, crimson, and ochre, cradle rosettes, vines, and symbolic blossoms, their intricate details speaking to the harmony between the natural world and the weaver’s spirit. The ground, in a soft camel-hued field, is adorned with subtle octagonal latticework, repeating like the pulse of the earth beneath nomadic feet. This delicate undercurrent of pattern gives depth to the expansive field, allowing the medallions to rise, bold and resolute. Protective latch-hook motifs branch out from each medallion’s axis, their angular forms guarding the sacred path from one end of the rug to the other. This alignment mirrors ancient caravan trails, where every step carried weight and meaning, each turn guided by symbols of strength and resilience. Framing this tribal odyssey is a dynamic border of hexagonal and diamond shapes, alive with rustic florals and tribal totems in vibrant shades of rose, moss, and sapphire. These forms echo the protective talismans found in nomadic dwellings, intended to ward off harm and usher in fortune. The border is not merely an edge, but a sanctuary, enclosing the inner world of the rug with watchful eyes and rhythmic grace. It is flanked by narrow guard bands, their alternating colors creating a cadence that reinforces the deep-rooted traditions of tribal design. This Malayer runner, forged from the hands of a people connected to both land and legend, embodies the essence of rugged beauty and enduring craftsmanship. The fusion of wool and camel hair lends it a texture both warm and robust, perfect for grounding spaces with a sense of tribal authenticity. A bridge between past and present, it invites you to walk a path rich with heritage, where every motif is a guardian, every hue a memory, and every thread a testament to a nomadic soul’s artistry. Rendered in warm and earthy variegated shades of camel, tan, beige, sienna, coffee, ink blue, navy blue, cerulean, black, coffee, olive, verdigris, pistachio, avocado, burnt orange, terra cotta, brick red and blue. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool and camel hair. Made in Turkey. Measures: 03'00 x 10'00. Date: 1900's. Early 20th Century.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 36 in (91.44 cm)Length: 120 in (304.8 cm)
  • Style:
    Aesthetic Movement (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1900-1909
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash. Age Wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 73688 Antique Persian Malayer Rug, 03'00 x 10'001stDibs: LU94299971163

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