Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Azerbaijan Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 13' 1'' x 3' 7'' .
Size CM: 400 cm x 110 cm.
Colors: Red, Cream, Burgundy, Orange, Burnt Orange, Navy Blue, Brown, 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.
Azerbaijan Persian Rugs
This exquisite semi-antique Azerbaijan Persian rug measuring 13'1" x 3'7" presents a magnificent medallion design that speaks to four decades of refined artistry and cultural heritage. The hand-knotted masterpiece showcases a dramatic interplay of rich red and burgundy tones, beautifully balanced with cream and ivory accents, while orange and burnt orange highlights create warmth throughout the composition. Navy blue and brown details add depth and sophistication to the geometric patterns that frame the central medallion, creating a visual narrative that has graced Persian homes for generations.
The Azerbaijan region of Persia has long been celebrated for producing rugs of exceptional quality and artistic merit, with weaving traditions dating back over a millennium. Master artisans from this northwestern Persian province developed distinctive techniques for creating medallion designs, known as Toranj in Persian, which represent the cosmic order and divine protection. The symmetrical Ghiordes knots used in this piece reflect the meticulous craftsmanship that Azerbaijan weavers perfected through generations, creating carpets that were treasured by nobility and merchants along the ancient Silk Road.
The central medallion in this semi-antique piece symbolizes the unity of heaven and earth, while the surrounding geometric patterns represent the eternal cycle of life and nature's harmony. Each color holds deep cultural significance: the dominant red symbolizes joy and celebration, cream represents purity and enlightenment, while burgundy signifies nobility and strength. The strategic placement of orange and burnt orange creates energy and vitality, while navy blue elements evoke depth and wisdom, and brown tones ground the design in earthly stability.
This distinctive runner format makes it an ideal choice for hallways, entryways, or as an elegant accent beneath a dining table, where its narrow width of 3'7" allows for comfortable foot traffic while its generous 13'1" length creates dramatic visual impact. The semi-antique character brings four to six decades of gentle patina that softens the colors and adds authentic Persian charm to any space. This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece from Los Angeles Home of Rugs elevates your interior with the timeless elegance and cultural richness that only authentic Persian craftsmanship can provide.
Specifications
Original name: Azerbaijan Rug.
Alternative name(s): Azerbaijan Carpet, Azeri Rug.
Origin: Azerbaijan.
Category: City.
Common designs: Medallion (Toranj), Geometric.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool, Silk.
Foundation material: Cotton.
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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