Description
Origin:
Central Persia (Arak/Sultanabad region), vintage
Actual Dimensions: 10′ 6″ × 13′ 10″ (rounded 11×14)
Style:
Traditional Mahal
Material:
Hand-knotted wool
Color Palette:
Warm brick red field, deep navy blue, soft turquoise, ivory, sage green, coral pink, and golden brown
This spacious Persian Mahal rug features a beautiful all-over floral design with a relaxed, flowing layout. The rich red field is covered with large-scale repeating arabesque vines, palmettes, and blooming flowers in soft blues and greens, creating an open and elegant pattern without a strong central medallion. The wide main border displays classic vine and flower motifs in contrasting navy and red, with smaller guard borders adding refined detail around the edges.
Mahal rugs are woven in the Arak region of central Persia, historically known as Sultanabad, where weavers produced these pieces in the late 19th to mid-20th century for both local use and export. They are admired for their softer, more casual appearance compared to tightly woven Persian rugs, often with slightly larger knots and a relaxed weave that gives a lived-in feel. Vintage examples like this one show beautiful natural dye fading that enhances their charm.
The medium-to-thick wool pile provides good cushioning and durability for living rooms, family rooms, or dining areas with moderate to heavy foot traffic. Its warm red tones and gentle floral design work well with traditional, bohemian, or transitional decor, especially on wood floors or with neutral furniture. The generous size offers excellent coverage for larger seating arrangements while the open pattern allows the rug to complement rather than compete with room elements.