This 19th century Persian Farahan Sarouk area rug exemplifies the refinement and artistry of late 19th century Persian weaving at its most luminous and graceful. With its luminous ivory field, gracefully curvilinear floral motifs, and a majestic central medallion framed by deep navy spandrels, the composition achieves an elegant balance that is the hallmark of the finest Farahan Sarouk weavings. The palette of natural dyes — ivory, soft pink, sky blue, green, and golden yellow — harmonizes with the rich crimson border adorned with meandering vines and rosettes.
The Farahan Sarouk tradition, born in the celebrated Farahan district of Western Persia, represents the pinnacle of 19th century Persian village weaving — pieces distinguished by their extraordinarily fine weave, their luminous ivory fields, and the quality of their vegetable-dyed wool. Extraordinary in both design and color nuance, this rug represents the tradition at its most sophisticated and brings timeless beauty and a sense of quiet grandeur to refined home and office spaces.
Dimensions: 3' 7" x 4' 8"
Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s
Place of Origin: Persia (Farahan District)
Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation with vegetable dyes
