Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Shiraz Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 8' 0'' x 4' 5'' .
Size CM: 245 cm x 135 cm.
Colors: Red, Dark Red, Burgundy, Cream, Beige, Brown, Navy Blue, 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.
Shiraz Persian Rugs
This magnificent semi antique Shiraz Persian rug at 8'0" x 4'5" showcases the masterful artistry of Fars province weavers who created this geometric treasure between 40 to 60 years ago. The striking interplay of deep red, dark red, and burgundy creates a dramatic foundation, while cream and beige accents provide elegant contrast against navy blue and black details that define the intricate patterns.
The ancient city of Shiraz in Fars province has been renowned for centuries as a center of Persian culture and carpet weaving excellence, where nomadic tribes and settled weavers developed their distinctive geometric vocabularies. This particular rug displays the coveted Gol Farang motif, meaning "European flower," which emerged during the Safavid period when Persian weavers brilliantly adapted Western floral influences into their traditional geometric frameworks, creating a unique fusion that became a hallmark of Shiraz craftsmanship.
The geometric patterns dancing across this semi antique masterpiece tell stories of nomadic heritage and tribal identity, where each diamond, hexagon, and stylized bloom carries symbolic meaning passed down through generations of master weavers. The rich burgundy and dark red palette speaks to the earth of Fars province, while the navy blue threads represent the night sky under which nomadic tribes traveled ancient trade routes, creating rugs that captured both their physical and spiritual journeys.
This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece elevates any living space with its perfect 8'0" x 4'5" foot dimensions, making it ideal for defining seating areas, anchoring dining spaces, or creating a stunning focal point in hallways and entryways. Los Angeles Home of Rugs presents this exceptional piece where the natural wool pile, enhanced by cotton foundations, demonstrates the superior quality that has made Persian rugs treasured worldwide for their durability and timeless beauty.
The sophisticated color harmony of cream and beige highlights allows this semi antique Shiraz to complement both traditional and contemporary interiors, while the brown accents add warmth and depth that connects seamlessly with wooden furniture, leather upholstery, and metallic accessories, creating a cohesive design statement that celebrates four decades of natural aging and patina development.
Specifications
Original name: Shiraz Rug.
Alternative name(s): Shiraz Carpet.
Origin: Fars.
Category: Village, Nomadic.
Common designs: Geometric, Gol Farang (European Floral), 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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