Antique Bidjar Rug

Period: Late 19th Century
Origin: Northwest Iran
Dimensions: 120 x 193 cm

This rare late 19th century Persian Bidjar rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic floral composition featuring a lush, all over “Guli Farang” design of cabbage roses and botanical clusters anchored within a deep aubergine purple field. This structural balance between the saturated, dark ground and the vibrant, naturalistic rose bouquets reflects the pinnacle of the Bidjar weaving tradition, often referred to as the “Iron Rug of Persia” for its extraordinary durability and heavy construction. Bidjar rugs of this antiquity are world renowned for their sophisticated “Rose Garden” aesthetic, which seamlessly blends traditional Persian craftsmanship with the floral influences favored by the 19th century European market.

The color palette is masterfully balanced, featuring a primary aubergine ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high contrast shifts of madder red, ivory, and sage green. These rich and enduring tones, achieved through the expert application of natural dyes over 130 years ago, exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest late 19th century workshop productions in Northwest Persia. The inclusion of a delicate, multi layered border system—anchored by a primary border with a rhythmic sequence of minute floral rosettes—creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and the distinctive technical finesse of the weavers.

Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand spun local wool with a characteristically dense, resilient pile and a firm, substantial handle. The exceptional clarity of the botanical outlines—specifically the layered petals of the roses and the precisely rendered serrated leaves—and the presence of significant, harmonious abrash throughout the purple and green sections definitively distinguish this antique masterpiece as an authentic late 19th century Bidjar. Ultimately, this “Guli Farang” rug stands as a premier example of Persian decorative art, representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global textile collectors.

Stock No : 1481

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