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Late 19th Century Persian Bakshaish Carpet with Traditional Style

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79229 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug, 12'01 x 15'06. Woven beneath the expansive skies of northwest Persia in the twilight of the 19th century, this one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted wool Bakshaish masterpiece is a museum-worthy heirloom of profound legacy and exceptional distinction. To acquire this precious, investment-grade textile is to join an exclusive lineage of cultural custodians—those with the rare discernment to pursue not only beauty, but meaning, permanence, and provenance. At its heart lies a majestic stepped lozenge medallion, a statement of timeless sophistication, silhouetted against a vibrant ruby red field that glows like hand-aged parchment from a private royal archive. Within this fortress of ancestral form blooms a regal quatrefoil, a powerful signature motif surrounded by sacred tribal symbols: Ram’s Horns embodying virility and power, Bereket fertility motifs murmuring with generational promise, and the mystical Göz amulets—silent protectors against misfortune. Each glyph, passed down through loom and legend, is a coded expression of identity and status, elevating this rug beyond textile into the realm of spiritual luxury artifact. A deep indigo medallion, shimmering with the celestial luster of velvet, envelops the red heart like a constellation of protective emblems—totemic birds, serrated leaves, and radiant rosettes. These motifs are more than ornamental; they are archival inscriptions of a vanished worldview, rendered in bespoke harmony through the intuitive mathematics of Persian tribal cosmology. The birds—graceful, rare, and purposeful—glide through the design like spiritual couriers of blessing, while jagged foliage pulses with ancestral vitality. The layered interplay between the crimson medallion and the deep indigo field produces a dreamlike duality, a poetic equilibrium of terrestrial power and cosmic resonance. This is not merely a rug—it is a curated spiritual cartography, reserved for collectors of elevated taste who understand that true rarity transcends the visual and touches the soul. The poetically abrashed red field—rich, saturated, and alive with meaning—unfurls like a sacred manuscript, each glyph and motif suspended in deliberate, artisan spontaneity. Stylized stars, tribal ladders, and talismanic blossoms float in curated rhythm, creating a visual narrative of guardianship, heritage, and sacred continuity. A muted brown contour, delicately embroidered with sky-blue florals, serves as a refined transitional flourish, softly anchoring the vibrant core in a whisper of decorative restraint. These elements—subtle and storied—resonate with elite values of artistry, storytelling, and preservation, offering an experience that is both visually sumptuous and emotionally resonant. It is a bespoke treasure, unavailable to the mass market and meant solely for the visionary collector. The royal blue spandrels, dignified yet whimsical, introduce a luxurious tonal counterpoint that bathes the composition in contrast and clarity. Within these corners dwell fantastical abstractions—Hamsa hands, boteh, rosettes, and symbolic florals—each rendered in hues of rose, sky blue, and sun-washed tan, evoking the palette of myth and memory. These forms suggest liminal, transitional realms, linking the sacred core to the boundaries of ancestral space. The resulting dialogue between color and shape encourages not just admiration but emotional acquisition, the kind of intimate connection reserved for couture-level experiences. Framing this rare cultural asset is a majestic tribal border, composed on a deep navy canvas and alive with stylized floral medallions in stately procession. An inner and outer ivory meander guard band, with their eternal floral scrolls, encase the composition like a poetic contract between generations. This is not merely a border—it is a metaphor for preservation, a testament to timeless craftsmanship and the eternal return of beauty. In this exquisite Bakshaish rug, one does not simply purchase an object, but inherits a world—a quiet universe of discretionary elegance, cultural stewardship, and elevated narrative. It is a woven soul, a collector’s relic, and a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to own a piece of history shaped by spirit, artistry, and meaning. Abrash. Hand knotted wool. Made in Iran. Measures: 12'01 x 15'06. Pile Height: 0.18 of an inch. Date: 1880's. Late 19th Century.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 145 in (368.3 cm)Length: 186 in (472.44 cm)
  • Style:
    Bakshaish (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. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 79229 Antique Persian Bakshaish Rug, 12'01 x 15'061stDibs: LU942945416482

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