Posts of Persian Carpet Collection

This enchanting “story carpet” presents a masterful rendition of the beloved “Garden Compartment” design of the Central Persian Bakhtiari tribe. Its many individually decorated compartments evoke a great variety of botanical scenes drawn in exquisite detail. Although woven over a century ago, like the great majority of our turn of the 20th-century rugs, it offers heavy pile and will be extremely forgiving of heavy floor use. Its contrasting ivory main border brings a fresh, non-traditional color combination to this resplendent folk art antique carpet. This unique century-old Oriental art carpet is in outstanding, heavy-pile condition. 14’ 0” x 20’ 2” 427cm x 615cm Circa 1920 Just to show Persian carpet art

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Very fine knotting with a resultant mind-boggling detail and astonishing naturally-dyed jewel tones combine to create a fresh interpretation of this long-esteemed Persian carpet style. This piece from the Persian Court tradition offers a symphony of beautifully-combined colors that fill highly faceted blossoms of great variety. In each quadrant, differing scales and structures of the flowerheads are infinitely beguiling! The medallion itself is specially conceived, its interior less defined by concentric layers than typical, revealing instead a single azure blue center supporting attendant palmettes. The border emphasizes expertly rendered rose petals reflecting the European shading technique that intermix inventively with delicate traditional Persian silk floral designs. This piece with its hard-to-find small room size dimensions is in very good condition and offers an equally rare level of formal ambiance. Final review! In the purchase phase! Detailed details in the not so distant future!

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Exquisite delicacy of design, masterful color combinations and a balanced, formal composition are the hallmarks of the highly esteemed Persian rugs of Isfahan. Painstaking craftsmanship results in extraordinarily fine knotting and chiseled design work along with a mature sensibility for aesthetic balance allowing this accomplished vintage carpet to demonstrate these classical attributes with great aplomb. Within an expansive, prized ivory reserve, a highly engaging rose window medallion is rendered with great precision, surrounded by crisply articulated formal vinery. Each flower and leaf of this oversize Isfahan is drawn with precise symmetry, revealing its exacting standards of workmanship. Generous, versatile dimensions, heavy construction and superb condition make this a fitting enhancement for an actively used home space. 9’ 5” x 6’ 6” 290cm x 202cm CIRCA 1910

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This majestic 19th century masterwork in the renowned Sultanabad style is ennobled by its glowing auburn ground and painstakingly sculpted drawing. A captivating kaleidoscopic centerpiece is quintessentially refined by equally stunning secondary medallions. Revealing circular transparent medallions, niched square medallions and, at the corners, echoes of the main medallion this time based in ivory together create unmatched splendor in this completely unique and magnificent carpet. Achieving an overall sense of perfect design proportions and color placement, an original patterning of golden cypress trees enclose glowing weeping willows on a radiant Aegean blue background rippled with abrash color shifts. Equally visionary, the unique, architectural main border suggests a monumental wall protecting the garden. Amplifying the grandeur of this piece are exquisite tones of Venetian red, golden sand, pine green, honey, celadon and cinnabar, all magically patinaed with time. Superb heavier pile condition proves this piece has always been treated with great respect. 17’ 6” x 23’ 8” 533cm x 721cm Circa 1875 Just to show Persian carpet art

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Offering an impressively wide palette of luminous, naturally dyed jewel tones, this superb quality Persian oversize carpet demonstrates the balanced, yet energetic aesthetic that makes the Ferahan (Farahan) style so versatile and desired. Exceptional fluidity is apparent in the symmetrically arranged blossoming vinery that fills the field, a quality that extends to majestic, sinuous border patterns. Surprising elements, such as the mint green base of the corner pieces and borders, add further subtle energy and interest. Happily, this one-of-a-kind 12x19 is in full-pile condition. 12’ 1” x 19’ 5”GD 368cm x 592cm Circa 1910

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“CYPRESS TREE” Perhaps the most beloved, and difficult to execute, motifs in Persian carpets is the “happiness Tree” design, known in the west as “prayer tree.” In the Eastern world, this pattern is called “life Tree” and it is often presented holding within it a flower in full bloom, symbolizing its potential to burst forth with life. This stunningly intricate, sophisticated Turkoman area rug is a woven ode to this design, remarkably finely knotted with a panoply of graceful pods, brilliantly commingled and filled with expressive greens and vivid rose tones. New Arrivals Gallery! 4’ 2” x 5’ 11” 127cm x 180cm 20th-century

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Elaborate floral rendering and an evocative, restrained palette lend this extremely rare area size antique Oriental rug an air of quiet regality. An arched reserve is the setting for a breathtaking vase motif amidst an ephemeral display of delicate garlands and sprays. Delightful cypress motifs, calligraphy-filled cartouches and exquisite botehs bring great artistic ingenuity to the generous border of this antique Persian Kashan prayer rug 3’ 5” x 5’ 1” AL 104cm x 155cm Late 19th Century Just to show Persian carpet art!

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An art-level carpet provides one-of-a-kind artistry that infuses even the grandest of rooms with an impressive impact that leaves one gobsmacked. Such is this magnificent oversize Tabriz in remarkable heavy-pile condition that is true to the richness of this tribe's storied weaving traditions. The exceptionally fine knotting known as "PETAG Cintamani” present in this truly resplendent carpet was only accomplished by extremely mature weavers, thus the fitting moniker. This staggering work depicts an idyllic midnight garden theme of incandescent cypress and pomegranate trees, with additionally verdant botanical forms on an epic scale. Breathtakingly nuanced patterns give tremendous presence to every captivating visual element. Its dazzlingly saturated vegetally-dyed colors include spectacular golds, fiery scarlet, sage, indigo, and other luscious hues. Elegantly rendered calligraphy bedecks the main border. NEW ARRIVAL! CIRCA 1875 11' 4" x 16' 0" 335cm x 488cm Of Harshang design, the PETAG Cintamani signature in one corner, full pile throughout, overall excellent condition

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This strongly desirable carpet radiates a winning folk art drama through a combination of skillful draftsmanship and soothing 20th-century colors. Its intriguing primitive quality harkens to earlier Serapi patterns with a spontaneous exuberance highly prized in this ancient village style. Its commanding medallion begins with a square centerpiece surrounded by an “animal skin” motif (local folklore holds that the earliest “Serapi” carpets had actual tanned leather hides as “medallions”). This is further enveloped by eight overscale petals adorned with abstract botanical elements. Trefoilesque fan pendants extend along the central axis to sweep alongside a network of budding vinery that spreads like a roadmap between the floral forms revealing ingenious asymmetries. Great swaths of skillfully applied color fluxes called abrash imbue the organically derived hues with an arresting beauty that has become more significant and mellowed with time. A gently patinated surface of a highly durable medium-height pile exposes the glistening quality of the oily mountain wool used in the construction of this handsome carpet. Final review! In the purchase phase! Detailed details in the not so distant future!

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Emanating late-afternoon solar energy, this wondrously preserved, superlative 150-year-old Serapi Heriz,carpet exhibits a rare combination of classical harmony and exotic character. The glorious design is entirely unique to our knowledge exemplifying the creative heights of this stylized floral style. In an impressive feat of balance, this exhilarating overscale design is perfectly proportionate to its exacting spaciousness and smaller-scale elements. Supported by substantial palmettes in the spandrels and beautifully articulated, sizable blossom pendants, the unusually grand, incandescent vermilion medallion is thrilling, enclosing flaxen fronds and an inspired usage of the Infinity symbol at its hub. Offering chromatic relief, cooler celeste and ocean blues, and emerald and jaeger greens appear just often enough to quietly anchor this majestic carpet’s glowing splendor. 17’ 6” x 11’ 3” 524cm x 356cm 3rd Quarter, 19th Century Final review! In the purchase phase!

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In a masterfully avant-garde departure from usual Kashan patterns, this notable rug is animated by colossally overscale anchor pendants juxtaposed with a small-scale allover design. Within each, lithe bouquets of irises and pansies spring to life in a bright gold-fringed, nearly fleur de lis form. This piece’s meticulously fine weave and stylized pinpoint rendering of the beloved classicalShah Abasi pattern combine to exhibit a mosaic-like effect. In combination with a richly saturated palette of saturated madder cream , cobalt, rose, and deep ocean , reveals the consummate skill of a master weaver and true artist. Kashan rugs are known for much more than their expressiveness of pattern and lustrous surface, but also an astonishing suppleness and refined tactile qualities. This memorable Persian town rug offers remarkable condition and the perfect dimensions for an entryway or to highlight that special space. Final review! In the purchase phase! Detailed details in the not so distant future!

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Signed “By the Order of SHABESTARI“, an acclaimed workshop at that time, this extremely finely crafted oversize Persian carpet in perfect, heavy-pile condition possesses an entirely novel and welcome character. It offers a subtle radiance from its intricately drawn repeating bouquet design and burnished gold, leaf green and deep rose hues. The inner luminosity of the ground tone becomes the ideal accompaniment to a densely interconnected allover pattern of fascinating botanical ornaments, quietly brought into alignment by shared flashes of celadon, coral, garnet and olive. The adventurous foray into these energetic, unexpected tropical and jewel tones remains nuanced and understated, making the carpet an ideal choice for a genteel environment where this tactful artistic statement would be most welcome. 20 . 4 x 13 . 11 620 cm. x 427 cm CIRCA 1900 Resale Right: No! Full pile throughout, overall excellent condition. private Collection! Having an enlarged palmette design overall in claret, indigo and camel within a dusty apricot border of Turkeys and hunting scenes, with a signature cartouche: SHABESTARI

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Incredibly impressive in the magnitude of its dimensions and the majesty of its artistry, this most distinguished antique Ferahan Sarough palace size carpet is an accomplishment that expands the boundaries of art weaving. Burnished golden accents around its inner medallion bring a shimmering, luxurious effect that is seamlessly reaffirmed by the sumptuous array of precious garnet, celadon, coral and exquisite terracotta hues that adorn every part of its bejeweled expanse. Entirely immersive in its experience, its nuanced floral garlands and expressive boughs are subtly amplified by the shimmering patina of time-softened, artisan-dyed wool. Its heavy pile condition ensures the great durability of this antique Persian rug for decades to come. 457cm x 724cm 15’ 0” x 23’ 9” Circa 1900

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This quintessential area-size from the renowned Hadji Jallili Tabriz workshop is a sterling example of the great elegance of the classical medallion-on an open-field design. The symmetry is absolute, the detail so fine the bend of each boteh (paisley-like motif) in the field, and each cypress tree in the main border is stirring. Together all the elements seem to pulse in place around and on top of the many tonal layers in the copper field, creating a sense of dimensionality that comes and goes dynamically as one’s eyes scan across this rug. The contrast between the field’s warm depth and the secondary palette of soft yellows and cool blues serves the intended entrancing effect. 13’4” x 25’16” 437cm x 817cm 3rd Quarter, 19th Century Resale Right: No! collection purchased at in 11 Apr 2015

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This luxuriant area-size Isfahan inherits a pedigree of craftsmanship and artistic sensitivity that were informed by a long history of regal workshops of the Safavid dynasty in this 16th century capital city. With a knot density of over 300 kpsi, and lamb’s wool surface radiating an enchanting luster, its lush patterning appears to circulate around the sophisticated center medallion. The mind-boggling field contains detailed cloudbands and numerous exotic birds within foliage in various postures. The signature Isfahan colors are here radiantly rendered with powder, sky, and ice blues in harmonious interplay with rich carnelian reds and deeper-hued cobalt. This piece has been treated with great respect for a period of 100 years, as it comes to us in remarkable, unblemished full-pile condition. This carpet is attributed to the acclaimed Persian painter, Mirza Agha Emami from Isfahan. Gallery of new arrivals! Detailed details in the not so distant future! In 3 different sizes and colors!

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The unlimited beauty of nature is reflected in a flowering “Garden of Paradise” joyously rendered, replete with myriad tiny luminous flowers filling the ivory reserve. This one-in-the-world 19th-century Persian Tabriz rug is given striking originality with the rare depiction of two brilliant bottle green peacocks that vigorously guard the delicately depicted arboreal motifs that ascend the length of the rug. As their lithe undulous trunks make their way skyward, the twin trees weave and intertwine on their way to the top of the field. In the lower corners, powder blue amphora vases are filled with bouquets arranged from the profusion of species found throughout the field, symbolizing the abundance of natural life. Engaging hues derived from organic sources, including a profusion of ripe raspberry, jade, lilac, glowing rose, and glistening delft blue, dance across the surface to enliven every bloom. A superb level of craftsmanship and wonderful condition combine to create an artful gem of a 19th-century rug. Final review! In the purchase phase! Detailed details in the not so distant future!

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Offering a triumphant departure from the deep brick reds traditional to Ferahan Sarouk , this memorable piece opts for a more distinctive range of color, including dusky rose, warm rusts, celadon, buttercup, and apricot. Its unique artistry begins with the boldly muscular medallion, encased in broad vinery juxtaposed with the delicately diminutive floral ornamentation of the indigo interior, which ultimately extends into a pair of regal crown pendants. The filigreed foliage of the aged ivory reserve is more realistically rendered, with an adept layering of large and small scale elements as well as an almost crystalline clarity of the drawing, yields an awe-inspiring finale. A rare border offering features lusciously plumed rosettes, peerlessly shaded in a vibrant chiaroscuro, are all interlaced by vinery that slowly transitions from an electrum hue at the bottom to a soothing jungle green as it winds upward. 8’ 8” x 12’ 3” 264cm x 373cm 3rd Quarter, 19th Century

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“CYPRESS TREE” We find and acquire noteworthy Dorasht rugs and carpets from time to time as 19th century specimens are seldom encountered. This very original and finely woven Dorasht hails from the easternmost Persian Khorassanian provinces that share an unbroken Court-centric weaving legacy since 16th century Safavid times. It offers the “Tree of Life” theme, picturing the seldom-portrayed cypress tree motif as the centerpiece of the rug. Surrounded by avian and horned creatures, this statuesque conifer with a miniature version as its nucleus, energizes the botanical extravaganza inside and on the carnelian reserve. Spotted ibex-like creatures portrayed in a flying gallop flank it, while two mythical animals, half lion and half deer strut underneath the unfurled branches. At its very top, camouflaged cerulean parrots solemnly tend to the great cypress as an act of piety while a half dozen, ornately-striped avian inhabitants roost among the foliage. Canine companions that conjure the Latin phrase ‘cave canem’ (Beware the dog!) in the upper spandrels are tethered to the scalloped archway as if guarding the doorway to this phantasmagorical landscape. Woven crystal clarity, the suite of seven borders reflects the admirable craftsmanship of this style that has beguiled centuries of rug lovers. It is all the more enticing with its extraordinary heavy pile. 4’ 6” x 6’ 2” 137cm x 188cm Late 19th Century

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Superb clarity of drawing, top-caliber craftsmanship, and a wide array of soft jewel tones combine to make this century-old Kashan a premier demonstration of classical artistry and quality. Nearly absolute symmetry controls an abundant verdure of floral forms that unfurl around the carnelian lotus-centered medallion, woven with life-like verisimilitude and exquisite detail. Its lush color palette is silhouetted against midnight indigo and encompasses butter yellow, cerulean, coral, arctic blue, and juniper, with hints of emerald and apricot peppered throughout. The sculptural treatment that touches upon every botanical element in the field continues in the charming border. With its silky lanolin-rich wool, extremely fine knotting, and excellent condition, this captivating Persian City rug would make a fitting addition to a sophisticated home environment. 4’ 6” x 6’ 8” 137cm x 203cm Circa 1920

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This superb quality, vintage Persian Heriz in a very seldom-found grand size presents a virtuoso eight-petal starburst medallion and azure vinery that permeates its vast field. It is of wholly consummate quality in its refined craftsmanship, luminous wool quality and extraordinary natural dye work. Price upon request! DM 12’ 1” x 19’ 8”42 368cm x 599cm Circa 1925

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Sensitively executed botanical tracery and lifelike expressions of infinitely detailed flowering forms make this refined Persian Serapi Heriz carpet woven at the turn-of-the-19th-century an extremely memorable addition to a signature interior space. its dimensions are as expansive as its virtuoso cruciform medallion, which extends to virtually touch both top and bottom edges, inviting the eye explores its countless individual flower-filled compartments. Creative ivory and indigo cornerpieces and a beguiling suite of exquisite multi-scaled borders continue to provide sheltered spaces in which the most creative and painstakingly rendered floral motifs can flourish. 13’ 5” x 20’ 4” 409cm x 620cm Circa 1875

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With a finely articulated allover design, a glowing palette of shimmering, saturated hues, and extraordinarily lustrous wool, this strikingly artistic antique Persian Mishin Malayer rug is destined to be the centerpiece of a signature large space. Luminous tones of naturally dyed azure, salmon and rose stand against a background of the deepest indigo, allowing elements to advance and recede in the viewer’s eye. Exquisite drawing of each botanically inspired detail adds tremendous clarity, combining with excellent, heavier pile condition to further enhance this expansive antique Oriental carpet and give it the great durability needed for a frequently used room. 12’ 10” x 21’ 0” 391cm x 640cm Circa 1900

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This oversize classic Kashan carpet has a stateliness and overall balance and harmony that would be appropriate for many formal settings, as well as the great room of a mountain retreat. It offers all of the most beloved attributes of the best kashan rugs: a spacious, brilliantly conceived grand medallion, a strong architectural structure to the pattern, and absolutely heart-throbbing colors. The warm, soft persimmon ground is a magnificent foundation color for a room, especially when complimented by the deep cobalt in the spandrels and the large azure lobes within the medallion, each delicately and continually abrashed. The field holds intertwining quasi-botanical forms that float spaciously across its full expanse, conveying a comfortable, easy-to-enjoy atmosphere. 11’ 7” x 18’ 10”23,5” 353cm x 574cm In 2 sizes! Circa 1950

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This luxuriant area-size Isfahan inherits a pedigree of craftsmanship and artistic sensitivity that were informed by a long history of regal workshops of the Safavid dynasty in this 16th century capital city. With a knot density of over 300 kpsi, and lamb’s wool surface radiating an enchanting luster, its lush patterning appears to circulate around the sophisticated center medallion. The mind-boggling field contains detailed cloudbands and numerous exotic birds within foliage in various postures. The signature Isfahan colors are here radiantly rendered with powder, sky, and ice blues in harmonious interplay with rich carnelian reds and deeper-hued cobalt. This piece has been treated with great respect for a period of 80 years, as it comes to us in remarkable, unblemished full-pile condition. 9’ 5” x 6’ 5” 310cm x 211.5cm Circa 1940

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With an enrapturing dance between color and design, this highly sophisticated 19th century Tehran rug offers exceptionally finely knotted heavy pile and precise, unfathomable hand-crafted detail work that makes for a thoroughly engaging artistic expression. A quatrefoil centerpiece is nestled in the softly-scalloped medallion, holding four flame palmettes and displaying at its center a Tudoresque rose. The midnight sapphire field is flush with realistically depicted foliage filling every available space yet, beguilingly, stops short of overcrowding. Each blossom and brass-toned leaf were carefully rendered by an expert weaver who settled for nothing less than pinpoint excellence. Rubescent corner spandrels are encased in an elaborate arabesque of mellowed gold. A lush border of palmettes and crystalline chrysanthemums tumble in lush reciprocation of the medallion’s pattern language. 4’ 7” x 7’ 3” 140cm x 221cm Circa 1875

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From the city that was the 16th century capital of the Safavid dynasty where the Persian floral carpet was created and reached its heights, this Isfahan conveys an ambiance that is both exotic and magical. Levitating at the center of the arboreal scene, a grand scale ruby red vase exuberantly overflows with pinpoint blossoming boughs. Fanciful vase-borne columns hold aloft a gracefully scalloped arch that harbors exotic birds with eye-catching plumage. An incredible display of vegetally sourced golden hues abound, the foil to equally magnificent copper and garnet, sapphire, rose, celadon, spruce green and midnight indigo that populate this inimitable portrait of paradise. 4’ 9” x 6’ 10” 145cm x 208cm Circa 1875

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An exquisitely regal showpiece as either wall art or on the floor, this painterly exemplar of the cherished YAZD weaving group exhibits a consummate refinement and compositional mastery. Like an ornate honey-gold courtyard fountain viewed from the air, glittering shades of cornflower spill from the Rococo medallion into meandering waterways that irrigate a profusion of crystalline garden blooms across a luxuriant garnet toned reserve. Obviously woven by a woman with a profound mastery of color, its primary border of lyrically drawn lotus and peony flowers are swathed in continually color-changing braided vinery, in rich shades of blue from a deep royal to rich cerulean, highlighted by olive, peach hues, and sparingly used pear green. Exceptionally fine of weave with heavier pile, this astonishingly well-preserved rug is illumined by the lanolin-rich lamb’s wool so essential to achieve the greatest heights of Persian weaving. 10’ 9” x 7’ 9” 355cm x 254cm circa 1920

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This beautifully designed, superbly crafted 145-year-old Tabriz evokes a quiet grandeur that emanates from the double-layered teardrop medallion across the softly undulating salmon field to ivory spandrels echoing the graceful lines at the center. Two different overscale blossoms alternate compactly in the main border, giving this piece an ornate frame while featuring the gracious palette of hues from cinnabar and teak to citrine, teal, and pippin, as well as periwinkle and touches of mandarin. The movement of the organically drawn green arabesques in the central medallion are faintly mirrored in the field’s narrow vinery and more visibly in corner pieces, together effecting a dexterously wrought, graceful, dancelike ambiance. 11’ 0” x 20’ 1” 335 cm x 612 cm Circa 1875

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During the 19th century and turn of the 20th century, the workshops Persian city of Isfahan strove to convey extraordinarily subtle nuances of color, while using limited but surprisingly diverse palettes of extremely versatile earth tone hues. At once complex, yet serene, this extremely well-preserved 120-year-old 8x10 carpet is a highly successful example of this special dexterity, through the use of inviting earth tone shades, including celadon, leather, warm ochre, steely gray, taupe, and soft teal. A fine weave and sturdy foundation make this piece a highly practical solution for a contemporary or traditional space, as well as an entirely aesthetic one. Detailed details in the not so distant future!

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This engaging Persian Kashan rug captures many of the design elements that define elegance. It exhibits an unusual color palette for this rug type, with a deep claret red field punctuated with indigo, gold, and celadon shades in the crisp botanical details. The intricate cruciform central medallion ranges from the deepest dark brown to medium shades of walnut through variegated color striations known as abrash. Its design is unusually fluid, with many reinventions of its patterns, especially in its memorable main border. As well as being artful, this is an extremely practical classic rug with heavy pile, ensuring its continued existence into the next generation. 6’ 6” x 10’ 1” 195 cm x 310 cm 20th Century

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