Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Hosseinabad Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 10' 3'' x 3' 11'' .
Size CM: 313 cm x 120 cm.
Colors: Madder Red, Crimson, Ivory, Cream, Navy Blue, Indigo, Black, Ochre, Forest Green.
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.
Hosseinabad Persian Rugs
This magnificent semi antique Hosseinabad runner at 10'3" x 3'11" showcases the timeless artistry of Persian weaving through its intricate medallion and Herati patterns rendered in a rich palette of madder red, crimson, and ivory accented by navy blue, indigo, and forest green. Woven with 100% natural wool using traditional symmetrical knots, this exceptional piece represents four to six decades of graceful aging that has enhanced its character and deepened its lustrous colors.
The historic Hosseinabad region in Hamadan province has been renowned for centuries as a center of exceptional rug production, where master weavers have passed down their ancestral techniques through generations of Persian craftspeople. These skilled artisans developed distinctive weaving methods that create rugs of remarkable durability and beauty, establishing Hosseinabad as one of Persia's most celebrated weaving traditions. The region's strategic location along ancient trade routes allowed local weavers to access the finest materials and exchange artistic influences with other Persian weaving centers.
The central medallion, known as Toranj in Persian culture, represents the dome of heaven and serves as a focal point surrounded by the classic Herati motif called Mahi, featuring stylized fish swimming around diamond-shaped elements that symbolize abundance and protection. This traditional pattern arrangement creates a sophisticated visual rhythm that draws the eye through the rug's length while the geometric borders frame the composition with mathematical precision. The madder red ground provides a warm foundation that allows the ivory and cream details to emerge with striking clarity.
The carefully curated color palette reflects the natural dye traditions of Persian weavers, where madder root creates the deep reds and crimsons, while indigo produces the rich navy blues that contrast beautifully with the warm ochre and forest green accents. These natural pigments have mellowed over the decades to achieve the sophisticated patina that makes semi antique rugs so highly prized. As a one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece, this Hosseinabad runner elevates any hallway, kitchen, or entryway with its authentic Persian heritage and exceptional craftsmanship available through Los Angeles Home of Rugs.
Specifications
Original name: Hosseinabad Rug.
Alternative name(s): Hosseinabad Carpet, Mosul Rug.
Origin: Hamadan.
Category: Village.
Common designs: Medallion (Toranj), Herati (Mahi), Geometric.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool.
Foundation material: Cotton, Wool.
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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