Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Kashan Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 8' 10'' x 5' 5'' .
Size CM: 270 cm x 165 cm.
Colors: Cream, Madder Red, Navy Blue, Rust Red, Forest Green, Gold, Brown, Burgundy, 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.
Kashan Persian Rugs
This exquisite semi antique Kashan Persian rug measuring 8'10" x 5'5" presents a masterful interpretation of the classical Afshan all-over pattern, where delicate Shah Abbasi palmettes dance across a luminous cream field. The sophisticated color palette weaves together madder red, navy blue, rust red, and forest green accents with touches of gold, brown, and burgundy, creating a harmonious composition that speaks to forty to sixty years of refined aging. The intricate vase motifs interspersed throughout the design reflect the ancient Persian tradition of garden symbolism, where each element represents paradise on earth.
The historic city of Kashan in central Persia has been renowned for its silk trade and exceptional carpet weaving since the Safavid dynasty of the 16th century. Master weavers from this region developed the distinctive Kashan style characterized by fine knotting, superior wool quality, and sophisticated curvilinear designs that have influenced Persian carpet artistry for centuries. The asymmetrical Persian knotting technique employed in this piece demonstrates the traditional craftsmanship passed down through generations of skilled artisans who understood that each knot contributes to the rug's overall structural integrity and visual magnificence.
The Afshan pattern, meaning "to scatter" in Persian, represents the eternal cycle of nature through its flowing botanical motifs that seem to bloom endlessly across the rug's surface. The Shah Abbasi palmettes, named after the great Safavid ruler Shah Abbas I, symbolize royal gardens and divine beauty, while the interwoven vase designs speak to Persian poetry's metaphor of the heart as a vessel for love and wisdom. This semi antique masterpiece carries within its fibers the stories of skilled hands that worked patiently at the loom, creating not just floor covering but a piece of living art.
The sophisticated cream foundation provides an elegant backdrop that allows the rich madder red and deep navy blue elements to create dramatic focal points throughout the composition, while the forest green and gold details add layers of visual depth that reward close examination. This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted treasure transforms any living space into a gallery of Persian artistic heritage, elevating both traditional and contemporary interiors with its timeless sophistication. At Los Angeles Home of Rugs, this exceptional Kashan represents the pinnacle of semi antique Persian craftsmanship, perfect for discerning collectors who appreciate the marriage of artistic beauty and functional elegance in an 8'10" x 5'5" foot format ideal for dining rooms, studies, or as a stunning centerpiece beneath a coffee table in spacious living areas.
Specifications
Original name: Kashan Rug.
Alternative name(s): Kashan Carpet.
Origin: Isfahan.
Category: City.
Common designs: Afshan (All-Over), Shah Abbasi, Vase.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool, Silk.
Foundation material: Cotton, Silk.
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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