3x5 Antique Fine Farahan Sarouk Rug

:: Covered field in an unusual all over design motif with partial panel delineations bearing germinating flowers and palmettes in colorful range of shades. Finely woven example bearing great detail, unique artistic merit with minor nuances, and fully reconciled main border design showing no truncated design elements and inwardly pointed palmettes. This type of rug is sometimes known for stiff or unmalleable character, however, these are relatively malleable for the type and age. Colors and shades include: Madder root red, dark navy blue, mallard green, dusty teal, dusty gold, sand, beige, silver, dusty ruby red grapefruit, ivory, and more. Condition notes: Mostly even wear across to knot heads. Most of the original side cord selvages are intact or restored. Fully secured sides and ends. A few dime sized scattered repairs in varying degrees of expertise. Reduction to outer minor border. Recently professionally cleaned ready for in-home use! Many years of enjoyment to come with this hand knotted Persian Farahan Sarouk rug made in Persia circa 1895-1910 vintage. Size measures 3'3" x 4'10".

Item ID: 12654