A beautiful and rare 19th century Persian Farahan wide runner featuring the classic Herati pattern on a rich rust-red background, framed by the signature pistachio green border that is among the most prized and distinctive design elements in the entire Farahan tradition. The Herati field design in yellow, blue, and brown tones fills the surface with the dense, rhythmic energy that made Farahan village weavings the gold standard of Western Persian carpet production.
The pistachio green primary border — often referred to simply as 'Farahan Pistachio' by collectors — is one of the rarest and most beautiful border colors in antique Persian rugs. It appears in only the finest Farahan village weavings and is considered a hallmark of authenticity and quality. This wide-runner format at 14 feet is an exceptionally rare find in the Farahan tradition, making this piece a singular acquisition for collectors of 19th century Persian textiles.
Dimensions: 3' 9" x 14'
Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s
Place of Origin: Persia (Farahan District, Western Persia)
Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation with natural vegetable dyes
