Antique Persian Malayer Rug Sampler 45218
Woven in Malayer during the 1880s, this Persian wagireh or sampler features a unique combination of small and large-scale motifs woven in a triad of classic colors.
Antique Persian Malayer Rug, Origin: Persia, Circa: 1900 – This unique antique Persian Malayer rug is actually a very collectible antique wagireh or sampler rug from Malayer that features a combination of large and small-scale patterns, including several guardbands, borders and a partial medallion surrounded by curvilinear arabesques set over an obscure midnight blue background. Contrasting outlines, polychromatic leaves and flamboyant palmettes emphasize the precision and careful drawing that makes these traditional Persian designs so elegant and timeless. Scrolling botehs, spiraling vinescrolls, floral swags, Herati motifs and a series of small-scale repeating patterns decorate the field of this diverse antique sampler from Malayer. This antique carpet features a chic combination of glaucous blue, ivory and peachy pink. Woven in the 1880s, this stunning sampler features a series of archetypal Persian patterns woven in a classic combination of softly oxidized colors.
