This hand knotted Persian Sarouk rug from Iran captures the timeless floral elegance and luxurious craftsmanship that define traditional Sarouk weaving. The richly colored red field is filled with flowing botanical arabesques, scrolling floral vines, palmettes, and decorative blossoms in shades of navy, turquoise, aqua, ivory, blush, and warm gold. A detailed navy medallion with floral ornamentation anchors the center while matching corner spandrels frame the composition with balanced Persian symmetry. The broad navy border introduces larger scrolling floral motifs that contrast beautifully against the richly decorated field. Crafted from premium wool with a thick dense pile, the rug provides exceptional softness, warmth, and durability underfoot. Vegetable dyes create luminous tonal depth throughout the composition, enhancing the authentic vintage appearance and collectible Persian character of the piece.
- Exact Size: 7'11"x11'6"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Red, Navy, Ivory, Aqua, Gold, Blush, Turquoise, Peach, Multi
- Origin: Iran
- Pile Height: 0.75 inch
- Condition: Pre-Owned
- Condition Description: Vintage in mint condition
- Rug#: LBR21238
Story Behind the Art: Sarouk rugs from central Iran remain among the most recognizable and internationally celebrated Persian rugs due to their elegant floral artistry and refined weaving techniques. Originally woven throughout Arak and the surrounding Farahan region, Sarouk rugs evolved from dense all-over Herati patterns into sophisticated floral medallion compositions inspired by the grandeur of classical Persian workshop carpets. By the early twentieth century, Sarouk artisans pioneered spacious open-field designs filled with detached floral bouquets and flowing botanical sprays that became especially popular throughout Europe and North America. Hand knotted using luxurious wool and rich vegetable dyes, these rugs are admired for their velvety pile, exceptional durability, and warm luminous coloration that ages beautifully over time. Combining decorative refinement with timeless Persian elegance, Sarouk rugs continue to be among the most sought-after handmade Oriental carpets in the world.
