Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Shiraz Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 6' 12'' x 3' 9'' .
Size CM: 213 cm x 115 cm.
Colors: Madder Red, Crimson, Navy Blue, Cream, Ivory, Brown, Ochre.
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.
Shiraz Persian Rugs
This captivating semi-antique Shiraz Persian rug measuring 6'12" x 3'9" showcases the remarkable artistry of Fars province's nomadic weavers, where madder red and crimson create a passionate foundation enhanced by sophisticated navy blue accents and delicate cream highlights. The geometric diamond lattice pattern flows across the surface with tribal precision, each motif carefully balanced with ochre and brown undertones that speak to forty to sixty years of careful preservation and natural aging.
The Shiraz weaving tradition emerged from the confluence of settled Persian craftsmen and nomadic Qashqai tribes in the Fars province, creating a distinctive style that bridges formal court designs with spontaneous tribal expressions. These masterful weavers developed their craft along ancient trade routes near the historic city of Shiraz, where poets like Hafez celebrated beauty and craftsmanship, infusing their work with both technical excellence and artistic soul that resonates through generations of collectors.
The diamond lattice motifs adorning this exceptional piece represent protection and continuity in Persian symbolism, while the geometric borders create visual harmony that has adorned Persian homes for centuries. Each diamond formation contains intricate details that reveal themselves upon closer inspection, with subtle variations in the hand-knotted asymmetrical and symmetrical techniques that demonstrate the weaver's mastery of both Persian and Ghiordes knotting methods.
The rich madder red foundation symbolizes joy and celebration in Persian culture, while the deep navy blue accents represent wisdom and stability, creating a color palette that brings warmth and sophistication to any interior space. This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece elevates living rooms, studies, or bedrooms with its perfect 6x3 ft proportions, making it ideal for defining seating areas or creating focal points in smaller spaces.
Los Angeles Home of Rugs presents this exceptional Shiraz treasure as a testament to the enduring appeal of authentic Persian craftsmanship, where natural wool and cotton construction ensures decades of beauty while the semi-antique character adds instant heritage and distinction to contemporary and traditional interiors alike.
Specifications
Original name: Shiraz Rug.
Alternative name(s): Shiraz Carpet.
Origin: Fars.
Category: Village, Nomadic.
Common designs: Geometric, Diamond Lattice, Tribal and Nomadic.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool.
Foundation material: Cotton, Wool, Goat Hair.
Knot type: Asymmetrical (Persian), 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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