Celeste Rugs 9'3"x11'11" Hand Knotted Wool Ruby Red Kerman Traditional Medallion Vegetable dye Area Rug
CL21234
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This vintage Persian Kerman rug from Iran reflects the elegance and technical mastery that have defined Kerman weaving for centuries. Expertly hand knotted using premium wool, the rug showcases an elaborate floral medallion composition enriched with scrolling vines, intricate palmettes, and finely detailed botanical motifs arranged with exceptional symmetry. Layers of ruby red, navy blue, ivory, aqua, and warm peach tones create striking visual depth, while natural vegetable dyes lend the rug soft tonal variation and authentic antique character. The dense wool pile provides a luxurious feel underfoot together with impressive durability, making the rug equally suited for decorative display and daily living. Professionally cleaned and restored, this Persian Kerman rug offers timeless sophistication ideal for formal interiors, luxury living rooms, executive offices, and collector-inspired spaces.
- Exact Size: 9'3"x11'11"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Ruby Red, Aqua, Navy, Tan, Peach, Blue, Multi
- Origin: Iran
- Pile Height: 0.3 inch
- Condition: Pre-Owned
- Condition Description: Vintage in excellent condition. Professionally cleaned and restored ready to use.
- Rug#: CL21234
Story Behind the Art: Kerman rugs are widely regarded as some of the finest examples of Persian weaving artistry, originating from the historic city of Kerman in southeastern Iran where master workshop weaving has flourished for centuries. Celebrated for their intricate craftsmanship and refined decorative compositions, Kerman rugs often feature elegant floral medallions, scrolling arabesques, botanical borders, vase motifs, hunting scenes, Tree of Life imagery, and richly layered all-over boteh patterns. One of the most iconic Kerman styles incorporates repeating boteh and floral vase motifs spread gracefully across elaborately decorated fields filled with palmettes and vine work. Hand knotted using luxurious wool and vibrant vegetable dyes, these rugs are admired for their exceptional detail, balanced compositions, and extraordinary range of colors that can include dozens of carefully blended shades within a single carpet. Requiring extensive weaving time and remarkable technical precision, Kerman rugs remain timeless masterpieces valued for both their artistic sophistication and heirloom-quality craftsmanship.