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The Iron Garden Path: A Vintage Persian Bijar Masterpiece of Tribal Mysticism
$4,060
£3,090.68
€3,533.30
CA$5,712.47
A$6,248.51
CHF 3,290.01
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DKK 26,390.11
About the Item
61439 Vintage Persian Bijar Rug Runner, 02'07 x 07'06. Woven in the legendary Kurdistan workshops—often called the Iron Rugs of Persia—this hand knotted wool vintage Persian Bijar runner is a triumph of strength, symbolism, and enduring elegance. It carries the unmistakable density and resilience for which Bijar weavings are revered, paired with a visual language that feels ceremonial and deeply personal. Long and commanding in proportion, this piece was designed to guide movement through space, transforming passageways into moments of reverence and intention.
The exceptional composition unfolds across a commanding midnight field, alive with esoteric tribal symbols that speak to protection, continuity, and cosmic order. Stylized floral forms, abstract guardians, and ancestral motifs appear almost architectural in their arrangement, revealing a balance between discipline and spontaneity. These iconic symbols were never ornamental alone—they served as talismans, encoding the weaver’s worldview, beliefs, and hopes into every precious knot.
Framing the exclusive field, bold red corner spandrels ignite the composition with vitality and power, traditionally associated with life force, courage, and prosperity. The contrast between the deep indigo ground and the saturated red accents creates a dramatic tension that elevates the runner beyond utility into the realm of collectible art. Each transition of color and motif feels deliberate, anchoring the eye while inviting closer study.
Encircling the exquisite work of art, a refined beige border softens the intensity with quiet sophistication, its tribal motifs acting as both threshold and protection. This subtle framing allows the inner narrative to breathe while lending this extraordinary masterpiece remarkable versatility in refined interiors. Rare, storied, and unmistakably authoritative, this one-of-a-kind Bijar runner is not merely a floor covering—it is a symbol of discernment, heritage, and timeless prestige, suited for collectors who value substance as much as beauty.
Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Iran.
Measures: 02'07 x 07'06.
Pile Height: 0.25 of an inch.
Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 31 in (78.74 cm)Length: 90 in (228.6 cm)
- Style:Bakshaish (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: 61439 Vintage Persian Bijar Rug Runner, 02 07 x 07 061stDibs: LU942948035472
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