Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Ardabil Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 10' 2'' x 4' 0'' .
Size CM: 310 cm x 122 cm.
Colors: Navy Blue, Madder Red, Cream, Turquoise, Gold, Burgundy, Rust Red, Ivory, Burnt Orange.
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 extraordinary semi antique Ardabil Persian rug presents a mesmerizing medallion design in the perfect runner proportions of 10'2" x 4'0", creating an ideal accent piece for hallways, galley kitchens, or as a stunning focal point beneath a dining table. The rich navy blue field serves as a sophisticated canvas for the intricate toranj medallion, while delicate geometric patterns dance across the surface in harmonious shades of madder red, cream, turquoise, and gold, each element carefully balanced to create visual poetry underfoot.
From the historic city of Ardabil in northwestern Persia, this rug carries the legacy of a region renowned for producing some of the finest Persian carpets since the Safavid dynasty, where master weavers have passed down their intricate knotting techniques through countless generations. The city's proximity to the Caspian Sea and its position along ancient trade routes influenced the development of distinctive design motifs that blend geometric precision with organic flowing patterns, creating rugs that are both structurally sound and artistically sublime.
The central medallion, known as toranj in Persian, represents the cosmic order and eternal harmony, while the surrounding geometric patterns speak to the mathematical precision beloved by Persian artisans. The interplay of burgundy, rust red, ivory, and burnt orange creates a warm earthen palette that grounds the cooler navy and turquoise tones, resulting in a color symphony that works beautifully with both traditional and contemporary interior schemes, from rich mahogany furnishings to sleek modern décor.
This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece elevates any space with its authentic semi antique character, where 40-60 years of gentle aging has mellowed the colors into their current sublime harmony while adding the irreplaceable patina that only time can bestow. The natural wool and cotton construction ensures durability while maintaining the luxurious hand-feel that makes Persian rugs so treasured, and the symmetric and asymmetric knotting techniques employed create the dense, resilient pile characteristic of authentic Ardabil weaving.
Whether gracing a sophisticated urban loft or a classic colonial home, this Ardabil runner brings warmth and cultural richness to any setting, and Los Angeles Home of Rugs takes pride in offering such exceptional pieces that represent centuries of Persian artistic tradition while serving the practical needs of modern living spaces.
Specifications
Original name: Ardabil Rug.
Alternative name(s): Ardabil Carpet, Ardebil Rug.
Origin: Ardabil.
Category: Village, City.
Common designs: Medallion (Toranj), 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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