Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Gholtogh Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 9' 11'' x 3' 5'' .
Size CM: 302 cm x 103 cm.
Colors: Crimson, Navy Blue, Dark Red, Brick Red, Black, Gold, Green, Brown.
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.
Gholtogh Persian Rugs
This magnificent semi-antique Gholtogh Persian rug at 9'11" x 3'5" presents a stunning corridor of color and craftsmanship that spans four to six decades of meticulous preservation. The rich crimson field serves as a dramatic canvas for the intricate navy blue medallion, while accents of dark red, brick red, black, gold, green, and brown create a symphony of traditional Persian artistry that transforms any hallway, galley kitchen, or narrow living space into a passage of elegance.
From the mountainous regions surrounding Zanjan in Persia, Gholtogh weavers have perfected their craft through generations, creating rugs that embody the rugged beauty and refined sophistication of their homeland. This particular weaving tradition emerged from nomadic tribes who settled in the area, bringing with them geometric sensibilities that would blend seamlessly with the medallion formats favored by urban workshops, resulting in pieces that speak to both heritage and artistic evolution.
The central Toranj medallion blooms like a jeweled flower against the crimson ground, its navy blue depths enhanced by geometric borders that frame the composition with mathematical precision. Each motif carries deep cultural significance - the medallion representing the dome of heaven, while the surrounding geometric patterns symbolize the ordered universe and the weaver's connection to both earthly and divine realms, creating a visual meditation on cosmic harmony.
The sophisticated palette moves from the passionate warmth of crimson and brick red to the grounding depths of navy blue and black, while touches of gold add luminous highlights and forest green provides natural balance. This one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece elevates any space with its perfect marriage of bold color and refined design, creating an atmosphere of cultured sophistication that speaks to discerning taste.
Perfect for defining elegant entryways, adding warmth to galley kitchens, or creating dramatic focal points in narrow spaces, this runner-style treasure from Los Angeles Home of Rugs brings decades of character and the enduring beauty of symmetrical Ghiordes knots woven in pure wool and cotton, ensuring both durability and timeless appeal for generations of appreciation.
Specifications
Original name: Gholtogh Rug.
Alternative name(s): Gholtogh Carpet, Hamadan Rug, Mosul Rug.
Origin: Zanjan.
Category: Village.
Common designs: Medallion (Toranj), Geometric.
Dyeing method: Natural, Synthetic.
Pile material: Wool.
Foundation material: Cotton, Wool.
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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