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The Garden of Eternity: A Majestic Antique Persian Mashhad Masterpiece
$28,000
£21,155.56
€24,255.81
CA$39,077.22
A$42,518.99
CHF 22,513.28
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NOK 285,868.46
SEK 261,549.62
DKK 181,224.62
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74986 Antique Persian Mashhad Rug, 15'09 x 19'00. From the ancient city of Mashhad—a cultural jewel in the heart of northeastern Iran—emerges this exquisite hand-knotted wool antique Persian Mashhad rug, an opulent testament to the artistic heights achieved during the golden age of Persian rug weaving. Woven in the early 20th century by master artisans whose skills were honed through generations of tradition, this extraordinary one-of-a-kind carpet commands attention with its richly saturated burgundy field and complex floral architecture. At its center blooms a resplendent medallion, radiant with layers of floral tracery and framed by luminous arabesque spandrels that echo its grandeur outward. Every detail sings in harmony, creating an immersive world of visual poetry and architectural precision.
Across the exclusive field, an allover design of meandering vines, palmettes, rosettes, and curling foliage weaves a lush botanical narrative, rendering the carpet not merely as a decorative object but as a woven garden of Eden. Each signature motif is knotted with obsessive detail, forming a tableau of natural elements that suggest abundance, vitality, and cultivated refinement. The majestic field is a study in balance—organic forms are carefully mirrored and nestled into one another, resulting in a sumptuous composition that feels both luxuriant and controlled. These artistic choices are deeply rooted in Persian cultural symbolism, where gardens represent paradise and floral forms are seen as metaphors for divine beauty and spiritual elevation.
The impeccable framing of the extraordinary masterpiece is equally magnificent. An intricate series of borders, including multiple guard bands and a commanding main border, encircle the central composition with a flourish of ornamental richness. These layered perimeters—filled with scrolling vine scrolls, lotus motifs, and cascading blossoms—serve as both architectural frame and ornamental chorus. The enchanting guard bands provide delicate contrast and rhythmic cadence, while the wider border anchors the piece with regal complexity. This layered border system is a hallmark of Mashhad rugs, especially those woven in elite workshops known for their large-scale commissions and refined aesthetics.
To acquire this exquisite work of art is to possess a rare and prestigious heirloom that transcends its material form to become a living chronicle of craftsmanship, culture, and soul. It is a statement of taste and heritage, ideal for grand salons, luxury interiors, or cultivated collections that seek objects with narrative weight and enduring elegance. More than a floor covering, this precious artifact is a symbol of continuity and connoisseurship—a bridge between past and present, between artistry and atmosphere. It invites not just admiration, but immersion, offering a space where beauty, history, and exclusivity entwine in perfect harmony.
Rendered in variegated shades of burgundy, navy blue, rose, ivory, royal blue, pink, beige, tan, light orange, brown and green with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 15'09 x 19'00.
Date: 1900's. Early 20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 189 in (480.06 cm)Length: 228 in (579.12 cm)
- Style:Aesthetic Movement (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1900-1909
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 74986 Antique Persian Mashhad Rug, 15 09 x 19 001stDibs: LU94295197733
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