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1950's Persian Bijar Carpet with Modern Style
$4,760
£3,534.55
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79272 Vintage Persian Bijar Rug, 06'09 x 10'04. Forged in the iron looms of Bijar—a town heralded as the “Iron Carpet of Persia”—this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Bijar rug is an enduring testament to strength wrapped in splendor. Revered for their unparalleled structural integrity and regal density, Bijar carpets are woven with a deeply personal rigor, where each knot is packed with a mallet, yielding a textile so durable it resists the decay of centuries. At its heart lies a concentric, stepped lozenge medallion in a deeply saturated crimson and inky navy, each tier brimming with meticulously rendered Herati motifs, symbolic of water, fish, and protection—an eternal dance of harmony and spiritual balance.
Surrounding this noble centerpiece is an exquisite ivory ground, alive with a tableau of rhythmic, symmetrical forms—miniature floral rosettes and curling vinery that echo the medallion’s symbolic geometry. The ivory field, like parchment etched with a sacred text, exudes lightness and contrast, elevating the central figure into focus while hinting at a refined, almost scholarly restraint. The royal blue spandrels, in perfect dialogue with the navy tones of the medallion, repeat the field’s patterning with hypnotic cadence, anchoring the composition in a richly architectural framework.
Encasing this precious piece is the Samovar turtle vine scroll border, rendered in a regal red that draws upon classical Safavid garden symbolism. The signature turtle, a bearer of longevity and celestial power, ambles gracefully along the scrolling vine, a motif that signifies continuity, life’s journey, and sacred enclosure. This border is itself flanked by rare bird-filled guard bands, rendered against a sapphire ground—each bird a whisper of paradise, evoking messages of grace, transcendence, and the ever-watchful eye of beauty.
A rare and extraordinary example, this vintage Bijar carpet is far more than an heirloom textile—it is a meditation on order, status, and cultural legacy. Its pristine structure and radiant dyes point to elite commissioning, while its sophisticated composition and fine weave place it among the upper echelons of village weaving. In a world craving depth, history, and meaning, this woven wonder offers not only unparalleled beauty but also an ethical investment in preservation, tradition, and artistry. A true masterpiece of scarcity and soul, destined for collectors who understand that some treasures whisper their worth not in gold, but in the reverent silence they inspire.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 06'09 x 10'04.
Pile Height: 0.33 of an inch.
Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 81 in (205.74 cm)Length: 124 in (314.96 cm)
- Style:Bakshaish (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950-1959
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79272 Vintage Persian Bijar Rug, 06'09 x 10'041stDibs: LU942945622862
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