Vintage Persian Runner Rug in Red With Geometric Medallions, From Rug & Kilim

Description

Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Turkey, circa 1950-1960, this 3x13 Persian rug design features medallions and minimalist pictorial motifs. … more Hand-knotted in wool and originating from Turkey, circa 1950-1960, this 3x13 Persian rug design features medallions and minimalist pictorial motifs.

On The Design:

Admirers of the craft will particularly appreciate the fabulous range of colors in this Persian rug, both rich and bright—with particularly crisp orange and red tones in the large-scale medallions of the central field. Here, geometric patterns include both medallions and minimalist pictorial motifs most closely resembling dogs and camels, as seen in the outermost two medallions on either end of the runner—a collectible and personal detail found in select works of these provenances, distinguishing them even today as works of folk art with a rich history. Admirers of the craft will note the warm red and orange tones underscore the play of tribal geometric patterns, though a wide range of colors can be seen in both field and border alike—an uncommon trait for works of this size and provenance. It’s a gorgeous work of architectural sensibility and versatile size, with vast applications to designer and collector alike.

Condition:

This vintage Persian runner rug enjoys good condition for its age and origin, with some mild wear consistent with age further lending to its shabby-chic/boho-chic sensibilities. less