This vintage Persian Kerman rug from Iran is a beautifully handcrafted example of traditional Kerman weaving, admired for its elegant medallion layout and richly detailed floral artistry. Hand knotted using premium handspun wool, the rug features an ornate central medallion surrounded by scrolling botanical motifs, delicate arabesques, and layered floral vines that create a refined and luxurious appearance. Rich shades of ruby red, navy blue, ivory, aqua, and soft peach are enhanced through natural vegetable dyes, giving the rug remarkable depth, warmth, and authentic vintage character. The dense wool pile provides a soft substantial feel underfoot while maintaining the durability and structure expected from high-quality Persian craftsmanship. Professionally cleaned and restored, this rug is in excellent vintage condition and perfectly suited for elegant living rooms, formal dining areas, luxury offices, and collector-inspired interiors.
- Exact Size: 9'3"x11'11"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Ruby Red, Aqua, Navy, Tan, Peach, Blue, Multi
- Origin: Iran
- Pile Height: 0.3 inch
- Condition: Pre-Owned
- Condition Description: Vintage in excellent condition. Professionally cleaned and restored ready to use.
- Rug#: LBR21234
Story Behind the Art: Kerman rugs are among the most celebrated Persian carpets, originating from the historic weaving city of Kerman in southeastern Iran where master artisans have produced highly refined handmade rugs since the Safavid dynasty. Renowned for their exceptional knotting quality and elaborate artistic detail, Kerman rugs commonly feature grand floral medallions, intricate arabesques, vase motifs, garden scenes, hunting imagery, and elegant all-over boteh patterns woven with remarkable precision. One of the most recognizable Kerman styles is the vase and boteh composition, where decorative floral sprays, palmettes, and boteh motifs spread gracefully across richly ornamented fields. Crafted using premium wool and vibrant vegetable dyes, these rugs are admired for their luxurious texture, delicate detailing, and extraordinary color range often incorporating dozens of carefully balanced tones within a single composition. The level of craftsmanship involved can require more than a year of weaving, making Kerman rugs enduring symbols of Persian luxury, artistry, and timeless decorative elegance.
