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Late 19th Century Antique Persian Kerman Rug with Traditional Style
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79259 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 03'03 x 04'10. Woven in the twilight of the 19th century in the storied workshops of Kerman, this hand-knotted wool Persian rug is a rare jewel—an artifact not merely of opulence, but of refined cultural poetry. Every inch of its finely knotted field whispers of a bygone era when artisans labored with devotional focus to create pieces of enduring symbolic significance. The luminous ivory ground, softened by age and echoing the parchment of illuminated manuscripts, becomes a canvas upon which tradition, myth, and natural beauty are woven into tangible form.
At the heart of the design lies an enchanting array of boteh motifs—tear-shaped emblems known widely as the ancestors of the paisley—arranged in cascading symmetry like a chorus of spiritual flames. In Persian symbolism, the boteh represents the convergence of life and eternity, often interpreted as a cypress entwined with a flame. Here, they are rendered with botanical elaboration, each boteh blooming with inner floral bouquets and bracketed by sprigs, blossoms, and curling vinery. These repeating forms do not merely decorate—they narrate a tale of fertility, resilience, and divine harmony, making this rug an evocative heirloom for connoisseurs attuned to art’s deeper resonance.
The composition is framed in a sumptuous border of crimson rose, alive with stylized rosettes, leafy palmettes, and lotus heads—symbols of beauty, regeneration, and noble power. These flourishes float along a navy meander, guiding the eye inward like the procession of a garden wall enclosing paradise. The balance between bold articulation and gentle curvature within the drawing speaks to the sophisticated aesthetic judgment for which Kerman weavers were celebrated. The meticulous hand-spun wool and the superior knot density further mark this piece as a product of elite craftsmanship, intended for the salons and courtly chambers of the Persian intelligentsia.
Today, this antique Kerman rug stands not simply as a furnishing, but as a legacy—an object of intrinsic scarcity and symbolic worth. It belongs in curated environments where heritage is honored and beauty serves as quiet activism: sustaining the lineage of handmade artistry and resisting the disposability of the modern world. To own this rug is to steward a story—one of spiritual elegance, cultural continuity, and exquisite design—woven into a textile that will only grow more captivating with the passage of time.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 03'03 x 04'10.
Pile Height: 0.16 of an inch.
Date: 1880's. Late 19th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 39 in (99.06 cm)Length: 58 in (147.32 cm)
- Style:Kirman (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1880-1889
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Desirable Age Wear. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79259 Antique Persian Kerman Rug, 03'03 x 04'101stDibs: LU942945624722
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