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1920’s Persian Mahal Carpet with Modern Style
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About the Item
61028 Distressed Antique-Worn Persian Mahal Rug, 09'05 x 12'02. Step into a world where understated grandeur meets storied craftsmanship—where each thread whispers of heritage and high culture. This hand-knotted wool distressed antique Persian Mahal rug is more than a rarefied treasure; it is a living artifact of elegance, carefully preserved through time to embody the intersection of history, artistry, and privilege. Crafted in the early 20th century in the famed weaving region of Mahal, its composition exudes an effortless refinement, shaped by generations of weavers who imbued each knot with meaning, precision, and soul. The softly faded Herati pattern dances across an antique-washed field in a palette of muted neutrals, its worn patina revealing a symphony of lived-in beauty and curated imperfection—an aesthetic prized by collectors and connoisseurs of cultivated taste.
This exquisite rug is a testament to the principle that true luxury lies not in ostentation, but in rarity and resonance. Its distressed elegance suggests not wear, but wisdom—an heirloom aged with dignity, like a beloved manuscript or a classical sonata. The floral meander guard borders encircling the central design echo the rhythmic poetry of nature and time, while the delicately drawn main border lends an architectural poise to the free-spirited beauty within. The overall composition is at once relaxed and regal—tailor-made for interiors that balance the classic with the contemporary, the curated with the soulful. It is this duality—rustic charm paired with preeminent elegance—that transforms the rug from décor into declaration.
As with all things truly exceptional, this Persian Mahal is scarce by design. Its scale, patina, and palette represent a fleeting confluence of time and circumstance—an elite blend of material and memory that cannot be replicated in today’s world of mass production. To own such a piece is to enter into a lineage of stewards who value not just beauty, but cultural legacy. It speaks to a refined sensibility that honors imperfection as proof of the handmade, and sees provenance as a mark of social standing. This rug, with its softly faded magnificence, is an invitation to elevate your space—and your story—through a lens of inherited sophistication.
And yet, its quiet power extends beyond aesthetic value. By preserving and cherishing a textile of this caliber, you participate in something larger: the celebration of craftsmanship, the protection of cultural heritage, and the commitment to sustainable collecting. In a world that moves quickly, this rug offers a rare pause—an opportunity to anchor your home in purpose, poise, and lasting prestige. Allow this one-of-a-kind masterpiece to ground your most intimate spaces, infusing them with warmth, history, and the unmatched grace of a truly timeless work of art.
Rendered in variegated shades of tan, sage, brown, grayish-green, sand, baby blue, fern green, latte, verdigris, coffee and Laurel green with other neutral colors.
Distressed. Desirable Age Wear.
Abrash. Antique Wash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 09'05 x 12'02.
Date: 1920s. Early 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 113 in (287.02 cm)Length: 146 in (370.84 cm)
- Style:Spanish Colonial (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1920-1929
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Desirable Age Wear. Antique Wash. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 61028 Antique Persian Mahal Rug, 09'05 x 12'021stDibs: LU942928541562
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