Product Description
Details
Collection: One of a kind Ardabil Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 10' 0'' x 6' 7'' .
Size CM: 306 cm x 200 cm.
Colors: Madder Red, Dark Red, Navy Blue, Cream, Black, Brown, Turquoise, Gold, Ivory.
Material: High-quality Natural Wool and Cotton.
Has fringe.
Trust signals: 100% Authentic Handmade Persian Rug, Only one available.
Ardabil Persian Rugs
This magnificent semi antique Ardabil Persian rug measuring 10'0" x 6'7" showcases the timeless elegance of Persian craftsmanship with its striking medallion design rendered in rich madder red and deep navy blue tones. The intricate Toranj medallion takes center stage, surrounded by the classic Herati (Mahi) motifs that dance across the field in perfect harmony, while geometric borders frame this masterpiece with cream, black, brown, turquoise, gold, and ivory accents that create a sophisticated color palette worthy of the most discerning collectors.
The ancient city of Ardabil, nestled in the northwestern mountains of Persia, has been renowned for centuries as a center of exceptional rug weaving, where master artisans have passed down their techniques through generations of family workshops. This particular region's weavers are celebrated for their ability to create rugs with extraordinary durability and artistic merit, combining the finest natural wool and cotton to produce pieces that improve with age and use, developing a lustrous patina that speaks to decades of careful craftsmanship.
The medallion design, known as Toranj in Persian, represents the celestial dome and serves as a symbol of paradise and eternal beauty, while the surrounding Herati pattern, featuring stylized fish swimming around rosettes, symbolizes abundance and good fortune in Persian culture. Each knot in this semi antique treasure, now 40-60 years old, was individually tied using both symmetrical and asymmetrical techniques, creating the dense, resilient pile that gives Ardabil rugs their distinctive character and longevity.
The sophisticated color story of this rug begins with the dominant madder red, a natural dye derived from the madder root that has been prized for millennia for its rich, warm tones that deepen beautifully over time. The navy blue provides a grounding contrast, while the cream, turquoise, and gold highlights add luminosity and movement throughout the design, creating a dynamic interplay that changes subtly with different lighting conditions throughout the day.
At 10'0" x 6'7", this one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece from Los Angeles Home of Rugs perfectly anchors a formal dining room, defines a sophisticated living area, or creates an elegant foundation for a study or library, bringing four decades of Persian artistry and the timeless beauty of Ardabil's weaving tradition into any space it graces.
Specifications
Original name: Ardabil Rug.
Alternative name(s): Ardabil Carpet, Ardebil Rug.
Origin: Ardabil.
Category: Village, City.
Common designs: Medallion (Toranj), Herati (Mahi), Geometric.
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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