Stunning Vintage Persian Tabriz Rug – Enchanting Woodland Scene of Classical Beauty in Nature, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa date: Vintage – This exquisite pictorial rug draws its design from François Boucher’s 1742 painting “Diane sortant du bain”, currently housed at the Musée du Louvre in Paris. Boucher’s work depicts the Roman goddess Diana, identifiable by her pearl crescent tiara, after bathing, attended by a nymph and watched by two hunting dogs in a lush woodland setting. The painter achieved a harmonious balance: the nude figure’s soft flesh tones contrast with the deep greens and blues of the surrounding forest, enhanced by luxurious silk drapery and hunting accoutrements. This rug captures both the intimacy and grandeur of the original scene while adapting its composition to the textile form.
This antique Tabriz rug translates Boucher’s scene into a woven tapestry. At the center, two elegant nudes sit at the water’s edge, echoing Boucher’s motifs of serenity and subtle movement. They rest on draped textiles, with a hunting dog quenching its thirst at a pond, just as in the painting. Vibrant hues, emerald greens, sky blues, and earthy browns, create a richly tonal setting. Then, golden and ivory florals extend along the border, framing the central tableau with refined grace.
Furthermore, the rug employs meticulous knotting and silk highlights to render delicate details like lace drapery, foliage, and the nymph’s hair. Even though woven in textile form, the composition maintains clarity and depth. The design balances dense scenes and breathing space, allowing silent narrative pauses under the canopy.
Above all, this rug celebrates Boucher’s rococo elegance. It immortalizes Diana’s mythic beauty while offering a handcrafted, functional tribute to 18th‑century French art. It brings together centuries of aesthetic vision into today’s interior design.
