Sultanabad Rug, Persia, Late 19th Century – Here is an absolutely wonderful antique Oriental rug — an antique Sultanabad piece that was originally hand made in Persia during the latter years of the nineteenth century. Large-scale, geometric drawing adds interest to this antique Sultanabad’s floral design. Red arabesques outlined in contrasting ivory cut across a navy field filled with large floral forms, angular leaves, and vines. All in all, this is a truly wonderful antique Oriental rug. Boasting many of the characteristics and qualities of antique rugs most desired and sought after by experts and collectors all over the world, this truly remarkable piece possesses a deep and enduring beauty. Sure to bring elegance, class, and sophistication into any home, this antique rug is a genuine work of art, the impeccable craftsmanship of which is a testament to the artisans responsible for its original construction.
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Blue Background Large Scale Allover Design Antique Oversized Persian Sultanabad Rug 43342
Size: 12 ft 1 in x 20 ft 1 in (3.68 m x 6.12 m)
Origin: Persian Rugs
Style: Sultanabad Rugs
Large-scale, geometric drawing adds interest to this antique Sultanabad’s floral design.










