Description
Origin:
Persia (Iran)
Actual Dimensions: 8′ 0″ × 11′ 3″ (rounded 8×11)
Style:
Traditional
Material:
Wool pile on cotton foundation
Color Palette:
Rich crimson red field with navy blue, ivory, soft turquoise, rose pink, gold, and sage green accents
This semi-antique Persian Kerman rug showcases a graceful central medallion with layered arabesque points and intricate floral detailing, surrounded by a dense all-over pattern of curving vines, blossoms, and small palmettes across the deep red ground. The wide main border features repeating floral sprays and corner spandrels in contrasting navy and ivory, with multiple guard borders adding refined layers of smaller motifs. The fine knotting and subtle color harmony create a sophisticated, balanced composition typical of high-quality Kerman work.
Kerman rugs from southeastern Iran are renowned for their elegant, finely woven designs that often draw from classical Persian court styles of the 19th and early 20th centuries. Semi-antique pieces like this one, likely from the mid-20th century, use premium wool and natural dyes to produce soft, luminous colors that develop a gentle patina with age. The tight weave ensures lasting clarity in the intricate patterns and provides a medium pile that feels luxurious underfoot.
An 8×11 rug fits well in medium to large living rooms, bedrooms, or dining spaces for six to eight people, centering furniture arrangements or defining conversation areas. The vibrant red field adds warmth and richness to neutral or traditional interiors, while the blue borders offer grounding contrast against light floors or walls. Wool construction delivers excellent durability, natural stain resistance, and easy maintenance with regular vacuuming.