This hand knotted Persian Meimeh rug from Iran beautifully represents the geometric diamond panel tradition associated with central Persian village weaving. The warm light gold field is divided into repeating diagonal compartments filled with stylized floral motifs, tribal patterns, and geometric decorative forms in shades of red, navy, teal, aqua, turquoise, and blush. A larger central medallion in deep red with a navy floral interior creates a balanced focal point while remaining naturally integrated into the surrounding lattice composition. Subtle shifts into deeper red tones near the lower field add warmth, visual movement, and handcrafted character throughout the design. Crafted from high-quality wool with a full dense pile, the rug offers luxurious texture, excellent clarity of detail, and long-lasting durability. Vegetable dyes enhance the softness of the gold field and deepen the richness of the navy and teal accents, giving the rug timeless Persian warmth and decorative sophistication.
- Exact Size: 7x10'8"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Light Gold, Ivory, Red, Navy, Teal, Aqua, Pink, Turquoise, Multi
- Origin: Iran
- Pile Height: 0.75 inch
- Condition: Pre-Owned
- Condition Description: Vintage in mint condition
- Rug#: LBR21242
Story Behind the Art: Meimeh rugs represent one of the most distinctive geometric weaving traditions of central Iran, originating from the historic village of Meimeh in Isfahan province. Their signature design is the repeating lattice framework spread across the entire field, filled with stylized flowers, tree-of-life symbols, tribal motifs, and angular decorative elements that create visually dense yet balanced compositions. Unlike city workshop carpets with dominant medallion layouts, Meimeh rugs maintain strong geometric continuity throughout the design while often incorporating a stepped diamond medallion seamlessly integrated into the lattice structure. Rich burgundy, deep red, navy blue, ivory, teal, and sage green tones create warmth and decorative depth enhanced further by natural vegetable dyes and dense wool pile construction. Durable, highly decorative, and deeply rooted in Persian village artistry, Meimeh rugs continue to be admired for their tribal authenticity, handcrafted beauty, and timeless Oriental rug character.
