Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Lilihan Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 13' 5'' x 9' 5'' .
Size CM: 408 cm x 287 cm.
Colors: Red, Cream, Beige, Brown, Burgundy, Gold, Navy Blue.
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.
Lilihan Persian Rugs
This commanding 13'5" x 9'5" Lilihan Persian rug presents a magnificent medallion composition that speaks to centuries of Persian artistry and tradition. The semi antique nature of this 40-60 year old masterpiece reveals itself through the gentle patina that has developed across its rich red field, where burgundy undertones create depth and sophistication. The central Toranj medallion blooms like an ancient flower, its intricate geometry surrounded by cream and beige motifs that dance across the wool surface with timeless elegance.
From the historic Markazi province of Persia, Lilihan weavers have long been celebrated for their exceptional craftsmanship and distinctive design vocabulary. This particular region's artisans developed their own interpretation of classical Persian motifs, creating rugs that bridge the gap between village authenticity and city refinement. The Shah Abbasi palmettes that grace this rug's borders represent the flowering of Persian artistic achievement during the Safavid dynasty, while the flowing Eslimi arabesques weave stories of paradise gardens and eternal beauty.
The medallion's symbolic significance extends far beyond mere decoration, representing the cosmic order and divine perfection that Persian philosophers contemplated for millennia. Rich burgundy and gold accents illuminate the cream ground with warmth, while strategic touches of navy blue provide grounding contrast that prevents the palette from becoming overwhelming. Brown undertones throughout the field create subtle transitions that allow each color to sing in harmony with its neighbors, resulting in a composition that feels both vibrant and sophisticated.
This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece possesses the rare ability to anchor a large living space while elevating the entire room's aesthetic to museum-quality sophistication. The generous 13'5" x 9'5" foot dimensions make it ideal for substantial dining rooms or grand living areas where its semi antique character can be properly appreciated. Los Angeles Home of Rugs recognizes that rugs of this caliber represent not just floor coverings, but heirloom investments that will grace homes for generations to come, their beauty only deepening with the passage of time.
Specifications
Original name: Lilihan Rug.
Alternative name(s): Lilihan Carpet.
Origin: Markazi.
Category: Village.
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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