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The Courtly Garden: A Vintage Persian Ardabil Masterpiece of Ceremonial Elegance
$3,500
£2,664.38
€3,045.95
CA$4,924.55
A$5,386.64
CHF 2,836.22
MX$64,311.05
NOK 36,147.97
SEK 33,066.77
DKK 22,750.09
About the Item
79444 Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug, 04'10 x 07'03. Woven in the storied weaving center of Ardabil, this hand knotted wool vintage Persian rug embodies the refined ceremonial language once reserved for palatial interiors and aristocratic patronage. It reflects a tradition where mastery was inherited, not taught—each precious knot a quiet assertion of lineage, discipline, and cultural authority. This is not merely a floor covering, but an heirloom-grade artifact shaped by centuries of courtly aesthetics and devotional precision.
At its heart lies a commanding cusped medallion, perfectly poised and anchored by cartouche pendants that establish a sense of balance and procession. The surrounding field unfolds with stylized florals and rhythmic foliage, arranged not as decoration, but as an ordered garden—an abstracted vision of paradise rendered through symmetry and restraint. Every element feels intentional, measured, and deeply rooted in classical Persian design philosophy.
The corner spandrels elevate the exceptional composition further, unfolding in elaborate botanical and arabesque expressions that frame the central design with architectural gravitas. These flourishes echo the ornamentation found in manuscript illumination and mosque reliefs, reinforcing the rug’s intellectual depth and cultural sophistication. It is a composition that rewards prolonged viewing, revealing nuance and refinement rather than spectacle.
Encircling it all, a distinguished Herati palmette border—flanked by carnation meander guard bands and sawtooth detailing—acts as both guardian and crown. This layered framing signals status and completion, marking the rug as an exquisite work of art rather than a utilitarian object. For the collector or designer seeking understated prestige, this extraordinary masterpiece offers something increasingly rare: quiet authority, historical depth, and the unmistakable presence of true connoisseurship.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 04'10 x 07'03.
Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 58 in (147.32 cm)Length: 87 in (220.98 cm)
- Style:Tribal (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950-1959
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 79444 Vintage Persian Ardabil Rug, 04 10 x 07 031stDibs: LU942948062102
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