Fine antique Persian Bakhtiari rug, circa 1910 in excellent condition. Measures: 2'3" x 3'7".
Beautiful handmade Persian Bakhtiari rug is in excellent condition with naturals dye. The Bakhtiari tribe, based in Chahar Mahal and Bakhtiari, is well-known for their rugs and weaving. They have been weaving rugs exported around the globe since the early 19th century.
The wagireh or sampler is perhaps the most enigmatic of carpets. Made as a template or pattern for the carpet design and production of larger rugs, they are generally small pieces the size of a scatter rug or mat.
A dynamic and exciting composition, this gorgeous late 19th century Bidjar runner from the 1880s showcases some of the finer qualities exhibited by the Persian iron rug of Iran. This antique Bijar is a historical rug woven in the village of Halwai, North-East of Bijar. This Halwai Persian Bidjar is immersed in Persian culture and reflects first-class prestige, a true collector’s piece. This beautifully detailed Persian Bijar boasts an ornate elaborate all-over pattern, rendered in exquisite detail. The intricate finials seem to float majestically within its abashed red open field.
Bidjar is the name of a small Kurdish town in western Iran. (or Bidjar) Kurdish rugs are often called the Iron Rugs of Iran. The Bijar was a heavy, durable rug that has been very popular in the United States. Now the Bijar rug tends to be a finer, thinner and more Sarouk-like rug. Most Bijar Kurdish carpets are woven by Gerrus Kurds in the Bijar area while a finer copy of Bijar carpets are woven by Afshar weavers who live in the Tekab and Tekkenteppe Area in Gerus.
The rug has a harmonious design. Each symbol is very distinctive and refers to a specific aspect of life. The lay out provide a felling of inclusion. Regardless of where the viewer start he can easily migrate to the next symbol or just remain with last one. the design is uncommon for Feraghan sarouk and showing tree of life, riches and peace.
Sarouk carpets get their name from an obscure village in Persia, located twenty miles north of Arak (formerly Sultanabad).
