Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Tabriz Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 10' 1'' x 6' 10'' .
Size CM: 308 cm x 208 cm.
Colors: Madder Red, Cream, Navy Blue, Gold, Ivory, Rust Red, Dark Red, Burgundy.
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.
Tabriz Persian Rugs
This magnificent semi antique Tabriz Persian rug measuring 10'1" x 6'10" showcases the legendary artistry of Azerbaijan's master weavers through its stunning Shah Abbasi medallion design rendered in rich madder red, cream, and navy blue tones. Dating from the mid-20th century, this exceptional piece represents four to six decades of graceful aging that has enhanced its natural beauty and cultural resonance. The intricate Toranj medallion commands attention at the center, surrounded by the flowing Shah Abbasi palmettes that have graced Persian courts since the Safavid era, while golden accents and ivory highlights dance throughout the composition alongside deeper rust red, dark red, and burgundy undertones.
The ancient city of Tabriz has served as a crossroads of civilization for over a millennium, where Persian, Turkish, and Caucasian influences merged to create one of history's most celebrated weaving traditions. Master craftsmen in this northwestern Persian region developed their distinctive style during the reign of Shah Tahmasp in the 16th century, establishing workshops that would become legendary for their technical precision and artistic innovation. The symmetrical Ghiordes knots employed in this rug reflect centuries of inherited knowledge, creating a foundation dense enough to support the intricate curvilinear patterns while maintaining the flexibility necessary for such detailed motifs.
The Shah Abbasi pattern derives its name from the great Safavid ruler who transformed Persia into a cultural powerhouse, commissioning court carpets that featured these distinctive palmette motifs as symbols of royal gardens and divine paradise. Each palmette represents the tree of life, while the central Toranj medallion symbolizes the dome of heaven, creating a spiritual landscape beneath one's feet. The madder red ground evokes the sacred earth of ancient Persia, while the navy blue borders represent the protective boundaries of the celestial realm, and the cream highlights suggest the pure light of wisdom illuminating the design.
In contemporary Los Angeles interiors, this versatile 10'1" x 6'10" foot scale proves ideal for anchoring dining rooms, home offices, or medium-sized living spaces where its sophisticated color palette complements both traditional and transitional décor schemes. The warm madder red foundation harmonizes beautifully with leather furniture and wooden accents, while the navy blue and cream elements provide elegant contrast against neutral walls and contemporary fixtures. Los Angeles Home of Rugs proudly presents this one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece that elevates any space with its authentic Persian heritage and timeless artistic expression, bringing decades of cultural refinement and the enduring beauty of Azerbaijani craftsmanship into the modern home.
Specifications
Original name: Tabriz Rug.
Alternative name(s): Tabriz Carpet.
Origin: Azerbaijan.
Category: City.
Common designs: Shah Abbasi, Medallion (Toranj) .
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool, Silk.
Foundation material: Cotton, Silk.
Knot type: Symmetrical (Ghiordes).
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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