Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Ardabil Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 1' 8'' x 1' 8'' .
Size CM: 50 cm x 50 cm.
Colors: Madder Red, Turquoise, Cream, Navy Blue, Green, Burgundy, Rust Red, Ochre, Beige, White.
Material: High-quality Natural Wool and Cotton.
Features: Hand-knotted craftsmanship, Unique designs and patterns (No duplicates), Has fringe.
Trust signals: 100% Authentic Handmade Persian Rug, Only one available.
Ardabil Persian Rugs
This exquisite 1'8" x 1'8" Ardabil Persian rug presents a stunning tapestry of traditional geometric patterns rendered in a magnificent palette of madder red, turquoise, and cream accented by navy blue, green, burgundy, rust red, ochre, beige, and white. The semi antique character, aged between 40-60 years, reveals the masterful craftsmanship of Persian weavers who created this compact yet powerful artistic statement that transforms intimate spaces with its concentrated beauty.
From the historic city of Ardabil in northwestern Persia, renowned for housing the magnificent Shrine of Sheikh Safi al-Din and producing carpets for Persian royalty, this rug carries forward centuries of weaving excellence. Ardabil has been celebrated since the 16th century for creating rugs that adorned the palaces of Safavid shahs, with local artisans perfecting techniques passed down through generations of master weavers who understood the sacred geometry embedded in their ancient designs.
The geometric motifs showcase tribal and nomadic influences, featuring intricate diamond medallions and angular borders that speak to the nomadic heritage of the region's Kurdish and Azerbaijani peoples. Each symmetrical pattern represents the cosmic order and spiritual harmony central to Persian philosophy, while the tribal elements reflect the nomadic traditions of groups who traversed the Ardabil plateau for millennia, weaving their stories into each knot.
The rich madder red foundation symbolizes strength and prosperity, beautifully contrasted by the celestial turquoise that represents divine protection and healing waters. The cream provides luminous balance while navy blue adds depth and wisdom, with green signifying paradise gardens, burgundy denoting nobility, rust red echoing ancient earth, ochre representing golden harvests, beige offering gentle warmth, and white symbolizing purity and spiritual enlightenment.
Perfect as an accent piece for small spaces, prayer areas, or as an artistic wall hanging, this one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece from Los Angeles Home of Rugs elevates any interior with its concentrated burst of Persian artistry. The compact size makes it ideal for creating focused design elements in entryways, powder rooms, reading nooks, or as a sophisticated complement to larger rugs in layered design schemes.
Specifications
Original name: Ardabil Rug.
Alternative name(s): Ardabil Carpet, Ardebil Rug.
Origin: Ardabil.
Category: Village, City.
Common designs: Geometric, Tribal and Nomadic.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool, Silk.
Foundation material: Cotton.
Knot type: Symmetrical (Ghiordes), Asymmetrical (Persian).
Notes
At Los Angeles Home of Rugs, we are delighted to offer you a wide selection of authentic Persian rugs. We only stock hand knotted rugs that are not machine made, or handmade rugs through a variety of techniques, including hand-tufting, hand-hooking, or hand-weaving. This ensures that you receive a unique and high-quality product that will last for years to come. Read More
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