Product Description
Details
Collection: One-of-a-kind Bakhtiari Area Rug.
Age: 40-60 Years (Semi Antique).
Size FT: 9' 8'' x 5' 6'' .
Size CM: 295 cm x 168 cm.
Colors: Madder Red, Cream, Navy Blue, Burgundy, Ivory, Black, Rust Red, Dark Red, Brown, 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.
Bakhtiari Persian Rugs
This exceptional semi antique Bakhtiari Persian rug at 9'8" x 5'6" showcases the masterful Kheshti garden design, where geometric compartments bloom with intricate boteh paisley motifs across a stunning madder red field. Woven 40-60 years ago by skilled Persian artisans, this one-of-a-kind hand-knotted masterpiece elevates any living space with its perfect balance of vibrant colors including deep navy blue borders, cream accents, burgundy details, and rich ivory highlights that dance alongside black, rust red, and warm brown tones.
The Bakhtiari weavers of Chaharmahal province in Persia have preserved their nomadic textile traditions for centuries, creating rugs that reflect their seasonal migrations between mountain pastures and valley settlements. These tribal artisans developed the distinctive Kheshti pattern as a symbolic representation of the Persian garden paradise, with each geometric compartment representing different sections of an idealized landscape filled with flowering trees, flowing water, and abundant wildlife.
The madder red foundation of this semi antique piece speaks to the ancient Persian tradition of using natural root dyes that develop deeper, more complex hues with age, while the navy blue geometric borders frame the composition with mathematical precision that reflects Islamic artistic principles. The cream and ivory elements provide luminous contrast against the darker burgundy and rust red accents, creating a sophisticated color palette that has matured beautifully over four decades of careful use.
At 9'8" x 5'6", this Bakhtiari rug offers ideal proportions for anchoring a dining room, creating a welcoming entryway, or defining a cozy reading nook where its semi antique character can be fully appreciated. Los Angeles Home of Rugs presents this authentic Persian treasure, where the symmetrical Ghiordes knots and natural wool construction ensure lasting durability while the geometric boteh motifs continue the ancient Persian tradition of incorporating nature's beauty into domestic spaces through the timeless art of hand-knotted rug weaving.
Specifications
Original name: Bakhtiari Rug.
Alternative name(s): Bakhtiari Carpet.
Origin: Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari, Isfahan, Khuzestan.
Category: Village, Nomadic.
Common designs: Kheshti (Garden), Geometric, Boteh (Paisley).
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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