Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Tabriz Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 2' 4'' x 1' 9'' .
Size CM: 70 cm x 53 cm.
Colors: Red, Cream, Navy Blue, Green, Pink, Gold, Brown, White.
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.
Tabriz Persian Rugs
This exquisite semi-antique Tabriz Persian rug at 2'4" x 1'9" showcases the refined artistry of Azerbaijan's master weavers, displaying a magnificent Shah Abbasi medallion (Toranj) against rich red fields accented with cream, navy blue, green, pink, gold, brown, and white. The compact dimensions make this treasure perfect for intimate spaces where every detail can be appreciated-from entryway accents to beside a favorite reading chair, this hand-knotted masterpiece brings authentic Persian heritage to focused areas of your home.
The ancient city of Tabriz has stood as Persia's gateway between East and West for over a millennium, where Azerbaijani craftsmen developed their distinctive weaving traditions along the historic Silk Road trade routes. This region's strategic position fostered cultural exchanges that enriched local artistic expressions, resulting in the sophisticated design vocabulary evident in this semi-antique piece. The symmetrical Ghiordes knotting technique employed here represents generations of specialized knowledge passed down through family workshops, creating the dense, durable foundation that has preserved these intricate patterns for four to six decades.
The central medallion, known as Toranj in Persian tradition, symbolizes the celestial dome of heaven, while the surrounding Shah Abbasi palmettes represent the gardens of paradise described in classical Persian poetry. These flowing botanical motifs, rendered in harmonious navy blue and cream against the vibrant red ground, speak to Persia's deep spiritual connection between earthly beauty and divine perfection. The delicate interplay of green and pink accents with golden highlights creates visual depth that draws the eye into contemplative appreciation of each carefully placed element.
The rich color palette tells its own story of Persian artistic philosophy-red symbolizing life force and passion, cream representing purity and enlightenment, while navy blue evokes the infinite wisdom of night skies. This natural wool and cotton construction, enhanced with silk highlights, creates subtle textural variations that catch and reflect light throughout the day, making this one-of-a-kind hand-knotted rug a living artwork that transforms any space it graces. Los Angeles Home of Rugs presents this authentic piece as a testament to Tabriz's enduring legacy of excellence.
In contemporary interiors, this compact Persian treasure serves as an ideal accent piece that brings sophisticated color and cultural depth without overwhelming smaller spaces-perfect for powder rooms, walk-in closets, or as a stunning wall hanging that preserves its beauty while showcasing its intricate craftsmanship to full advantage.
Specifications
Original name: Tabriz Rug.
Alternative name(s): Tabriz Carpet.
Origin: Azerbaijan.
Category: City.
Common designs: Shah Abbasi, Medallion (Toranj) .
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool, Silk.
Foundation material: Cotton, Silk.
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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