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Rug ID: AB02
status: Tentative
Dimensions: 8’x5’
Knot density: 9 knots vertically x 9 knots horizontally
Design name: Medallion design
Weaving City: Isfahan
Weaving time: 2.5 year
Material: baby wool and cotton
Age: 114 years old, circa 1910
Description:
This Isfahan rug features a stunning central medallion, perfectly symmetrical and radiating elegance. The medallion is round, with a beautifully detailed rosette at its center, highlighted by layers of petals that seem to bloom outward. Surrounding the medallion is a delicate arrangement of floral motifs—graceful arabesques and finely woven vine scrolls—that give the design a sense of movement and natural beauty.
The background around the medallion is filled with traditional Isfahan elements creating a dense yet harmonious pattern that draws the eye inward. The medallion itself is highlighted by a rich color palette, with deep indigo and sapphire blues forming the primary hues, while touches of crimson and ivory add warmth and contrast. A series of intricate borders frames the central medallion, each filled with complementary floral and geometric patterns that echo the center’s elegance. The outer border, in particular, stands out with its contrasting colors, providing a striking frame that enhances the medallion's prominence. The artistry and precision in this rug make it a classic example of Isfahan craftsmanship, exuding sophistication and timeless beauty.
Rug ID: AB02
status: Tentative
Dimensions: 8’x5’
Knot density: 9 knots vertically x 9 knots horizontally
Design name: Medallion design
Weaving City: Isfahan
Weaving time: 2.5 year
Material: baby wool and cotton
Age: 114 years old, circa 1910
Description:
This Isfahan rug features a stunning central medallion, perfectly symmetrical and radiating elegance. The medallion is round, with a beautifully detailed rosette at its center, highlighted by layers of petals that seem to bloom outward. Surrounding the medallion is a delicate arrangement of floral motifs—graceful arabesques and finely woven vine scrolls—that give the design a sense of movement and natural beauty.
The background around the medallion is filled with traditional Isfahan elements creating a dense yet harmonious pattern that draws the eye inward. The medallion itself is highlighted by a rich color palette, with deep indigo and sapphire blues forming the primary hues, while touches of crimson and ivory add warmth and contrast. A series of intricate borders frames the central medallion, each filled with complementary floral and geometric patterns that echo the center’s elegance. The outer border, in particular, stands out with its contrasting colors, providing a striking frame that enhances the medallion's prominence. The artistry and precision in this rug make it a classic example of Isfahan craftsmanship, exuding sophistication and timeless beauty.