Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Mashhad Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 10' 6'' x 6' 11'' .
Size CM: 320 cm x 210 cm.
Colors: Crimson, Navy Blue, Burgundy, Ivory, Brown, Rust Red, Persian Blue, Gold, Pink, 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.
Mashhad Persian Rugs
This magnificent semi antique Mashhad Persian rug at 10'6" x 6'11" presents an extraordinary testament to four decades of Persian artistry, where rich crimson and navy blue harmonize with burgundy, ivory, and gold in a breathtaking Shah Abbasi medallion design. The intricate Toranj centerpiece commands attention while delicate botanical motifs flow throughout the field, creating visual poetry that speaks to centuries of Persian weaving mastery from the sacred city of Mashhad in Khorasan province.
From the northeastern reaches of Persia, Mashhad has served as both spiritual pilgrimage destination and renowned carpet weaving center since the Safavid era, where master artisans developed their distinctive approach to classical Persian designs. The city's proximity to the Imam Reza shrine attracted skilled craftsmen who elevated their art to match the sacred significance of their surroundings, creating rugs that embodied both technical excellence and spiritual reverence. This particular piece showcases the refined Mashhadi tradition of combining bold central medallions with intricate corner spandrels, all rendered in the classical Shah Abbasi palmette style beloved by Persian royalty.
The Shah Abbasi pattern dancing across this semi antique masterpiece tells ancient stories through its flowing palmettes and arabesques, where each motif represents the eternal garden of paradise in Persian cosmology. The central Toranj medallion serves as a window to the infinite, surrounded by cascading florals that symbolize divine abundance and earthly beauty, while the deep crimson field evokes the passion and strength of Persian heritage complemented by the wisdom-representing navy blue border.
Los Angeles Home of Rugs presents this one-of-a-kind hand-knotted treasure that elevates any living space with its perfect balance of warm and cool tones, from the rust red accents that add depth to the pink and green highlights that bring life to traditional motifs. The generous 10'6" x 6'11" foot proportions make it ideal for anchoring dining rooms, spacious foyers, or creating intimate seating areas in larger living spaces, while the semi antique patina adds character and sophistication that only decades of careful aging can achieve.
Specifications
Original name: Mashhad Rug.
Alternative name(s): Mashad Carpet, Meshad Rug.
Origin: Khorasan.
Category: City.
Common designs: Shah Abbasi, Medallion (Toranj) .
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool, Silk.
Foundation material: Cotton.
Knot type: Asymmetrical (Persian), 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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