Tabriz 1544

A refined vintage Persian Tabriz rug from the early 20th century, this hand-knotted masterpiece features a classic Herati geometric medallion pattern rendered in a richly abrash navy blue field. The rug's naturally distressed, 'shabby chic' aesthetic — the result of a century of gentle use and the beautiful mellowing of its natural dyes — enhances rather than diminishes its appeal, giving it a lived-in warmth and patina that only genuine antique textiles achieve.

The corner spandrels and central medallion are highlighted in sophisticated tones of antique camel and French blue, while a traditional Tabriz ram horn and medallion border in navy provides a frame of characteristic elegance. The abrash — the natural tonal variation of hand-dyed wool — runs through the field with a depth and movement that adds visual interest at every scale. Tabriz, the ancient capital of Persian Azerbaijan and one of the great trading cities of the Silk Road, has been a center of carpet weaving for centuries. The city's workshops produce rugs of extraordinary technical precision and design sophistication — ranging from the classical floral medallion compositions of the great 19th century masters to the bold geometric and Mahi patterns for which Tabriz is equally celebrated. Tabriz rugs are among the most recognized and sought-after Persian carpets in the world.

Dimensions: 9' 4" x 12' 7"

Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s

Place of Origin: Persia (Tabriz)

Material: Wool pile on a cotton foundation

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use

SKU: 1544