Stunning Large Antique Persian Sultanabad Rug, Country of origin: Persia, Circa date: 1900
This large antique Persian Sultanabad rug blends size, beauty, and history into one breathtaking piece. Woven around the turn of the 20th century, it comes from the Sultanabad region, which became known for producing some of the finest decorative carpets in Persia. These rugs were made to appeal to both Eastern and Western tastes, and they remain highly sought after by collectors and designers today.
The rug features an allover design filled with floral vines, palmettes, and stylized leaves. A soft medallion sits near the center, but the pattern flows freely across the blue-gray field. Rich reds, soft ivory, pale greens, and gentle browns give the design depth and movement, while the wide border uses repeating motifs to frame the composition. Its decorative scale and graceful spacing also place it naturally beside floral rugs and central medallion rugs with similar elegance and visual balance.
Antique Sultanabad rugs are admired for their open drawing, generous proportions, and relaxed decorative presence. Unlike more densely patterned city rugs, these carpets often feel spacious and atmospheric, making them especially effective in large rooms, dining areas, formal living rooms, or entry halls. For help choosing the right proportions for a space, see our rug size guide.
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