Antique Tebriz Rug

Period: Late 19th Century
Origin: Tebriz, Iran
Dimensions: 130 x 170 cm

This rare late 19th century Persian Tabriz rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic floral composition featuring a centralized, multi-layered lobed medallion anchored within a densely patterned field of scrolling vines and botanical rosettes. This structural balance between the intricate cream-ground central medallion and the surrounding vibrant madder red field reflects the pinnacle of the urban workshop tradition in Tabriz, one of the most historic and prestigious weaving centers in Northwest Persia. Textiles of this era are world-renowned for their technical excellence and their sophisticated interpretation of classical Safavid court designs, which were revitalized by master weavers during the late 19th century.

The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary madder red ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high-contrast shifts of golden ochre, sky blue, and ivory. 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. The inclusion of a wide, multi-layered border system, anchored by a primary border containing a rhythmic sequence of reciprocating floral palmettes and delicate “Shah Abbasi” motifs, 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 fine knotting technique and a flexible yet substantial handle. The exceptional clarity of the curvilinear outlines, specifically the minute internal details of the floral rosettes and the precisely rendered symmetry of the corner spandrels, definitively distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic late 19th century Tabriz. Ultimately this rug stands as a premier example of Persian workshop art representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global collectors.

Stock No: 5508

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