Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Qom Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 5' 1'' x 3' 11'' .
Size CM: 156 cm x 120 cm.
Colors: Cream, Camel, Madder Red, Navy Blue, Dark Red, Brown, Gold, Black.
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.
Qom Persian Rugs
This exquisite semi antique Qom Persian rug at 5'1" x 3'11" showcases the legendary artistry that has defined this sacred Persian city for generations. Woven between 40-60 years ago using traditional asymmetrical Persian knots, this masterpiece displays a sophisticated medallion (Toranj) centerpiece surrounded by intricate Shah Abbasi palmettes and flowing Eslimi arabesques. The harmonious palette of cream and camel creates an elegant foundation, while accents of madder red, navy blue, dark red, brown, gold, and black add depth and richness to every motif.
Qum emerged as Persia's premier silk road weaving center during the Safavid dynasty, where master weavers perfected techniques that combined the finest natural materials with centuries-old pattern traditions. The city's artisans became renowned for their ability to create rugs that balanced geometric precision with organic flowing designs, a skill clearly evident in this piece's masterful execution. The medallion design represents the cosmic order and divine protection, while the surrounding Shah Abbasi motifs symbolize the eternal garden of paradise that flows throughout Persian artistic tradition.
The cream and camel tones in this semi antique piece reflect the natural desert landscapes surrounding Qum, while the madder red speaks to the sacred clay used in ancient Persian ceremonies. Navy blue represents the infinite sky, while touches of gold symbolize divine light filtering through the design. Each color was achieved using traditional Persian dyeing methods that have created these luminous, age-softened hues that continue to deepen with time.
This compact 5'1" x 3'11" foot size makes it perfect for intimate spaces like reading nooks, beside a favorite armchair, or as an accent piece in an entryway or bedroom. Los Angeles Home of Rugs carefully selected this piece for its exceptional weaving quality and authentic provenance. As a one-of-a-kind hand-knotted treasure, this Qom rug elevates any space with its timeless Persian elegance and remarkable craftsmanship that speaks to generations of weaving mastery.
Specifications
Original name: Qom Rug.
Alternative name(s): Qum Carpet, Qom Rug.
Origin: Qum.
Category: City.
Common designs: Medallion (Toranj), Shah Abbasi, Eslimi (Arabesque).
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Silk.
Foundation material: Silk, 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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