Antique Sarouk Rug

Period: Early 20th Century
Origin: Sarouk, Iran
Dimensions: 145 x 212 cm

This rare early 20th century Persian Sarouk rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic floral composition featuring a monumental, multi lobed hexagonal medallion in vibrant madder red anchored within a dense, saturated midnight indigo field. This structural balance between the oversized central medallion overflowing with intricate “Herati” and botanical motifs and the ivory ground corner spandrels reflects the pinnacle of the Sarouk workshop tradition from the Arak region of West Persia. Rugs of this antiquity and technical caliber are world renowned for their sophisticated curvilinear precision and their ability to blend formal city elegance with a robust, tribal influenced graphic strength.

The color palette is masterfully balanced, featuring a primary midnight indigo field that serves as a dramatic canvas for high contrast shifts of madder red, sapphire blue, and soft gold. 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 early 20th century urban workshop productions. The inclusion of a wide, multi layered border system anchored by a primary border containing a rhythmic sequence of reciprocating floral rosettes and stylized palmettes 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 fine clipped, velvety pile and a firm, substantial handle. The exceptional clarity of the decorative outlines specifically the serrated edges of the central medallion and the precisely executed floral guard borders definitively distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic early 20th century Sarouk. Ultimately, this rug stands as a premier example of Persian textile art, representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global collectors.

Stock No: 1455

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