Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Shiraz Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 9' 3'' x 5' 8'' .
Size CM: 282 cm x 172 cm.
Colors: Madder Red, Burgundy, Navy Blue, Cream, Black, Ivory, Dark Red, Indigo.
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 measuring 9'3" x 5'8" presents a harmonious blend of traditional Persian artistry and tribal nomadic heritage, featuring an intricate medallion (Toranj) centerpiece surrounded by geometric patterns in rich madder red, burgundy, and navy blue tones. Created by skilled weavers in the Fars province of Persia over four to six decades ago, this one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece elevates any living space with its authentic cultural depth and timeless appeal.
The ancient city of Shiraz, renowned as the cultural heart of Persia and birthplace of legendary poets Hafez and Saadi, has been a center of rug weaving excellence for over a millennium. Persian tribes from the surrounding Fars region, including the Qashqai and Khamseh confederations, brought their distinctive weaving traditions to create rugs that reflect both settled urban sophistication and nomadic artistic freedom. These weavers developed their craft while moving through the Zagros Mountains, creating portable art that told stories of their journeys and preserved their cultural identity.
The central medallion design represents the cosmic order and eternal unity in Persian philosophy, while the surrounding geometric patterns echo the mathematical precision found in Persian architecture and gardens. The deep madder red symbolizes strength and passion, the burgundy represents nobility and wisdom, while the navy blue reflects the infinite Persian sky and divine protection. Cream, ivory, and black accents create visual balance, while dark red and indigo details add sophisticated depth to the overall composition.
This versatile 9'3" x 5'8" foot size makes it perfect for dining rooms, home offices, or as a stunning focal point in master bedrooms, where its semi antique character brings decades of Persian heritage into contemporary living spaces. The natural wool construction ensures durability and comfort underfoot, while the cotton foundation provides structural integrity that will preserve this artistic treasure for future generations. Los Angeles Home of Rugs carefully selects each Shiraz rug for its authentic provenance and exceptional craftsmanship, ensuring that collectors receive genuine Persian artistry that represents centuries of weaving tradition.
Specifications
Original name: Shiraz Rug.
Alternative name(s): Shiraz Carpet.
Origin: Fars.
Category: Village, Nomadic.
Common designs: Medallion (Toranj), Geometric, 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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