Antique Bidjar Carpet

Period: Late 19th Century
Origin: Bidjar
Dimensions: 400 x 560 cm

This rare late 19th century Persian Bidjar carpet highlights a powerful and rhythmic floral composition featuring an expansive multi layered diamond medallion anchored within a dense and intricate “herati” or fish pattern field. This structural balance between the luminous ivory and madder red medallion and the surrounding midnight indigo field reflects the pinnacle of the Kurdish weaving tradition in Northwest Persia. Bidjar carpets of this era are world renowned for their extraordinary technical durability—often referred to as the “Iron Rugs of Persia”—and the use of high relief decorative motifs that represent a distinct artistic language developed over centuries of regional heritage.

The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary midnight indigo ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high contrast shifts of madder red sky blue and soft ivory. These rich and enduring tones achieved through the expert application of natural dyes over a century ago exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest late 19th century regional productions. The inclusion of a complex border system containing a rhythmic sequence of reciprocating floral palmettes and delicate guard bands creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and the technical finesse of the weavers.

Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand spun local wool with a characteristically heavy handle and a robust historical patina. The exceptional clarity of the decorative outlines specifically the sharply rendered floral sprays within the medallion and the precisely executed symmetry of the corner spandrels definitively distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic late 19th century Bidjar. Ultimately this carpet stands as a premier example of Persian weaving art representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global museum level collectors.

Stock No: 6451

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