1960s Vintage Persian Sarab Style Runner With Geometric Medallions

Description

Hand-knotted in wool, this 3x11 vintage Persian Sarab runner rug, originating from Turkey, circa 1960-1970, features geometric patterns and large … more Hand-knotted in wool, this 3x11 vintage Persian Sarab runner rug, originating from Turkey, circa 1960-1970, features geometric patterns and large medallions in the design that seems to draw on the Persian Sarab rugs.

On the Design:

Drawing on Persian Sarab style rugs, this archaic piece of art exhibiting an old-world charm, features a rich brown and beige background, intricate medallions and geometric patterns in the field and the border. Connoisseurs may further admire the subtle sense of movement that its color variations lend the geometry—a subdued, but intriguing departure from traditional area rugs of its period. It’s a fine play of rustic motifs in a reserved, sophisticated manner, and its large size offers vast design applications today. The classic pairing of the brown background with beige, and red tones in the medallion plays beautifully off the regal intricacy of the geometric pattern, ultimately creating an architectural design complementing the unique size of this piece befitting a variety of large spaces and traditional projects.

Condition:

This vintage Persian Sarab style runner rug further enjoys good condition for its age and origin. less