Qum Silk Rug

Period: Early 20th Century
Origin: Qum, Iran
Dimensions: 103 x 154 cm

This rare early 20th century Persian Qum (Kum) silk rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic floral composition featuring a prominent, elongated lobed medallion anchored within a luminous ivory silk field. This structural balance between the intricate midnight indigo medallion—brimming with delicate rose and vine motifs and the surrounding curvilinear spandrels reflects the pinnacle of the Qum weaving tradition, which rose to prominence for its exceptional technical refinement. Silk rugs of this caliber are world renowned for their painterly execution of complex botanical details, as seen in the high density floral sprays that fill the coral toned borders and ivory field.

The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary ivory ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high contrast shifts of rose pink, midnight indigo, and golden ochre. These rich and enduring tones achieved through the use of premium silk fibers over a century ago exhibit a subtle luminous sheen and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest early 20th century urban workshop productions. The inclusion of a wide, multi layered primary border decorated with a rhythmic sequence of reciprocating floral rosettes and palmettes creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior silk quality.

Structural analysis indicates the use of 100 percent natural silk with a characteristically high knot density and a supple, paper thin handle. The exceptional clarity of the decorative outlines, specifically the minute internal details of the floral blossoms and the precisely rendered symmetry of the central medallion, distinguishes this piece as a premier example of Persian textile art. Ultimately this rug represents a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global silk collectors.

Stock No: 1129

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