Antique Tebriz Rug

Period: 19th Century
Origin: Tebriz, Iran
Dimensions: 300 x 390 cm

This rare 19th century Persian Tabriz (Tebriz) rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic floral composition featuring a sophisticated “Garden” or panel design composed of individual rectangular compartments separated by a central vertical calligraphic band. This structural balance between the various botanical scenes—including flowering trees, weeping willows, and shrubs—and the expansive multi-layered border reflects the pinnacle of the Northwest Persian weaving tradition. Tabriz rugs of this period are world-renowned for their exceptional technical finesse and their ability to translate classical Persian court themes into highly detailed, artistic textile masterpieces.

The color palette is masterfully balanced, featuring a primary terracotta and ivory ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for subtle shifts of soft green, tan, and 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 19th-century Persian productions. The inclusion of a wide primary border decorated with a rhythmic sequence of large scrolling floral palmettes and rosettes creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and distinctive technical finesse of the master city-weavers.

Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand-spun local wool with a characteristically fine, even pile and a supple yet resilient handle. The exceptional clarity of the intricate floral outlines and the presence of significant, harmonious abrash within the various color blocks definitively distinguish this antique masterpiece from later commercial examples. Ultimately, this Tabriz rug stands as a premier example of Persian art, representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global textile collectors.

Stock No : 2104

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