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Vintage Red Persian Mahal Carpet
$4,641
£3,532.96
€4,038.92
CA$6,529.95
A$7,142.69
CHF 3,760.82
MX$85,276.45
NOK 47,932.21
SEK 43,846.53
DKK 30,166.62
About the Item
74965 Vintage Persian Mahal Rug, 06’10 x 09’03. Emanating an air of cultivated grandeur, this hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Mahal rug stands as a testament to the refined artistry and timeless elegance that defined Persia’s golden age of weaving. Its architectural composition unfolds with poetic symmetry—a central medallion radiating with quiet authority, encircled by a chorus of floral motifs and delicately balanced spandrels. Each precious woven element seems to breathe, alive with the rhythm of nature and geometry in perfect accord. This is not mere ornamentation; it is visual harmony rendered in fiber, a reflection of order, beauty, and noble restraint.
The sumptuous surface of this textile masterpiece carries a lyrical vitality—an endless garden in bloom, where every petal, vine, and tendril tells a story of life, continuity, and rebirth. The weaver’s hand reveals not only technical mastery but philosophical intent: to celebrate the eternal cycle of nature through pattern and proportion. The overall effect is one of immersive richness—an experience that envelops the senses and elevates the spirit. It draws the eye inward, as though inviting one to wander through a garden suspended in time, a metaphor for the Persian ideal of paradise on earth.
Encasing this botanical reverie, an exquisite border weaves together the symbolic language of flight and renewal. Graceful avian motifs dance among flowering vines, their wings entwined with blossoms that shimmer against a deeper, more contemplative ground. The interplay of movement and stillness, of vitality and serenity, is the mark of a master’s design—where structure serves emotion, and every impeccable detail contributes to an atmosphere of cultivated luxury.
To acquire this exquisite work of art is to claim a legacy of taste, history, and discernment. It transcends the decorative, embodying the spirit of Persian refinement that once graced royal courts and private salons of distinction. Whether adorning a grand foyer, an intimate library, or a collector’s gallery, this vintage Persian Mahal masterpiece transforms space into sanctuary—where artistry becomes heritage, and beauty, an inheritance of prestige.
Rendered in variegated shades of ruby red, ink blue, crimson, navy blue, royal blue, pink, rose, tan, cerulean, ecru, pistachio, robin's egg blue, and almond with other accent colors.
Desirable Age Wear. Abrash.
Hand knotted wool.
Made in Persia (Iran).
Measures 06'10 x 09'03.
Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 82 in (208.28 cm)Length: 111 in (281.94 cm)
- Style:Victorian (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1960-1969
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash. Desirable Age Wear.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 74965 Vintage Persian Mahal Rug, 06 10 X 09 031stDibs: LU942910006183
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