This is an old rug people will notice immediately, guaranteed. Right away, it catches your eye with those rich camel hair wool borders—beautifully undyed, natural wool framing the design like an earthy, luxurious embrace. Not just any wool, though; camel hair wool is prized for its incredible durability, and the natural warmth it adds to Persian rugs. It's a neutral you'll adore.
Now let's step inside this rug, because that's where things get truly special. Check out that captivating pattern—an intricate repetition of motifs that look like stylized clovers or quatrefoil-like elements. They cluster together in a balanced rhythm across the antique ivory ground, each motif like a little Persian lucky charm—perfectly symmetrical and effortlessly beautiful.
We celebrate what makes this Persian runner stand out—the charming individuality, the sense of heritage, and of course, the design itself. This rug is from the first quarter of the 20th century, authentically handwoven and dyed with vegetable-dyed wool. The colors are naturally vibrant, showcasing berry reds, coral, indigo blue, blue jay, teal, calm yellow, walnut, rust red, hints of lavender, espresso brown, soft pistachio greens, ice blues, golden wheat, hints of coral, and ivory. This sweetheart is framed by a midnight blue ground border with turtle motifs. The contrast and play between the border and field is perfection.
This antique Persian beauty proudly wears its age with grace. It's in excellent condition overall with one minor condition note—a small repair patch at the border (check out the photo for reference). We embrace these imperfections because they're part of the rug's soulful journey and tell the story of a piece truly loved.
And can we talk about the sheen? Thanks to the natural lanolin oils in the sheep’s wool, this runner gleams gently, adding depth and a luxurious, rich appearance you'll feel as much as see. Thank you for checking out this beauty! Oh and here's a fun clip of this runner to see it in full action: https://photos.app.goo.gl/W1Hbtm337KyGgm4e7
Handwoven with vegetable dyed wool
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