Antique Farahan Persian Wool Rug – Floral Design – Circa 1910

A beautiful antique Persian rug from Farahan (also known as Feraghan or Ferahan), dating from around 1910, entirely hand-knotted and made of wool.

This rug features a remarkable floral design with a repeating pattern, characterized by the richness of its motifs, the fineness of its knotting, and the harmony of its colors.

Its luminous ivory field is adorned with a multitude of stylized flowers, palmettes, rosettes, and finely drawn plant scrolls.

With a reported knot density of approximately 500,000 knots per square meter, this piece is a testament to exceptionally meticulous craftsmanship.

Unlike traditional Persian rugs with a central medallion, this Farahan features a continuous floral design, also known as an “all-over floral” pattern.

The motifs are arranged in a symmetrical composition, consisting of multicolored flowers and delicate plant stems that extend across the entire field.

The ivory background contrasts elegantly with shades of burgundy red, deep blue, pink, beige, and soft green.

A wide main border with a midnight blue background, richly decorated with floral motifs and intertwined scrollwork, harmoniously frames the central field.

Several secondary borders with delicate motifs complete the design and reinforce the composition’s balance.

Farahan rugs originate from a historic weaving region located in west-central Persia, near Arak.

Antique rugs from this region are particularly prized for the fineness of their knotting, the quality of their wool, and their remarkable decorative tradition.

This rug, stylistically dated to around 1910, is crafted using a traditional hand-knotting technique.

Its stated density of approximately 500,000 knots/m² allows for great precision in the floral motifs and ornamental details.

The refined nature of its composition, combined with its luminous color palette, makes it a beautiful piece representative of early 20th-century Persian textile art.

• Origin: Farahan / Feraghan, Persia (Iran)

• Period: Circa 1910, early 20th century

• Style: Classical Persian

• Technique: Entirely hand-knotted

• Material: 100% wool, according to the information provided

• Density: Approximately 500,000 knots/m²

• Length: 200 cm (78.74 inches)

• Width: 130 cm (51.18 inches)

• Area: 2.60 m²

• Shape: Rectangular

• Pattern: Floral with repeating motifs, no central medallion

• Background: Ivory

• Main border: Midnight blue

• Colors: Burgundy, red, blue, pink, soft green, and beige

Good vintage condition, with natural signs of use and age.

Some variations in the pile height, slight surface wear, and signs of use along the borders and fringes are visible.

These characteristics are consistent with its age and contribute to its authentic character.

The floral composition and the main decorative elements remain clearly visible.

We invite buyers to review the detailed photographs to accurately assess its condition.

This antique Persian rug is a fine example of the traditional craftsmanship of the Farahan region.

Its ivory field, elegant floral design, and balanced proportions make it easy to incorporate into a living room, library, office, or bedroom.

It will naturally fit into a classic, eclectic, or contemporary interior, adding warmth, character, and refinement.

A beautiful piece for lovers of antique Persian rugs and collectors of Oriental textiles.