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Dimensions: 7'6" x 12'8" (229 cm x 386 cm).
Circa: 1910.
This antique Bakhshayesh rug, hand-knotted circa 1910, is a one-of-a-kind Northwest Persian carpet distinguished by its dramatic stepped medallion-and-diamond composition and bold tribal geometry. The warm terracotta field is framed by an ivory border with striking cobalt and rust motifs, while the aged palette and nuanced abrash lend depth, character, and collector appeal. A standout piece for a living room, dining room, or office.
Faded warm tones of terra cotta, ivory, cobalt, rust, taupe, brown, and charcoal, with a terra cotta field.
Bakhshayesh rugs are woven in a village of the same name in the Heriz region of northwest Iran, and are closely related to Serapi carpets in their large-scale geometric compositions and use of vegetable dyes. They are among the most beautiful and sought-after of all antique Persian carpets, produced from the mid-nineteenth century onward in relatively small quantities.
Distinguished by their spacious, boldly drawn medallion designs, soft camel and ivory grounds, and a rich palette of madder reds, indigos, and earthy golds, Bakhshayesh rugs combine tribal directness with an almost architectural grandeur. Their large format makes them particularly powerful in generous rooms, where their colors and compositions hold their own against high ceilings and substantial furniture.











































