Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Yazd Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 11' 10'' x 8' 3'' .
Size CM: 360 cm x 252 cm.
Colors: Cream, Navy Blue, Persian Blue, Beige, Brown, Rust Red, Gold, Ivory.
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.
Yazd Persian Rugs
This magnificent semi antique Yazd Persian rug measuring 11'10" x 8'3" showcases the refined artistry of Persian desert city weavers through its exquisite medallion design rendered in a sophisticated palette of cream, navy blue, and Persian blue. The central toranj medallion floats gracefully against the ivory field, surrounded by intricate Shah Abbasi palmettes and flowing eslimi arabesques that demonstrate the mathematical precision and artistic vision of Yazd's master craftsmen.
The ancient city of Yazd, positioned along the historic Silk Road in Persia's central desert, has maintained its carpet weaving traditions for over eight centuries, with artisans developing distinctive techniques adapted to the harsh desert climate. Yazd weavers became renowned for their ability to create rugs of exceptional durability using the finest local wool, developing unique color palettes that reflect the city's architectural heritage of wind towers and ancient mud-brick buildings. The semi antique character of this piece, aged between 40-60 years, reveals the subtle patina that only time can bestow upon hand-knotted Persian wool.
The medallion design represents the cosmic garden of paradise in Persian mystical tradition, with the central toranj symbolizing the dome of heaven surrounded by the eternal dance of life expressed through Shah Abbasi florals. Each palmette and arabesque speaks to the Safavid court's artistic legacy, when Shah Abbas the Great elevated Persian carpet design to unprecedented heights. The interplay of navy blue depths with cream highlights creates visual movement that draws the eye inward toward the medallion's intricate geometric heart.
The sophisticated color harmony of cream, navy blue, Persian blue, beige, brown, rust red, and gold reflects the natural pigments of Yazd's desert landscape, from the golden sands to the deep blue of twilight skies. This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece elevates any living space with its perfect balance of grandeur and refinement. At Los Angeles Home of Rugs, this exceptional Yazd creation offers the ideal scale for formal dining rooms or spacious living areas where its 11'10" x 8'3" foot dimensions can anchor furniture arrangements while showcasing the intricate artistry of Persian weaving traditions passed down through generations of master craftsmen.
Specifications
Original name: Yazd Rug.
Alternative name(s): Yazd Carpet.
Origin: Yazd.
Category: City.
Common designs: Medallion (Toranj), Shah Abbasi, Eslimi (Arabesque).
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool.
Foundation material: Cotton.
Knot type: 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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