13 x 23 Antique Persian Bijar Rug 76785

76785 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Bijar Rug, 13'00 x 22'08.

Woven in the rugged mountains of western Iran during the final decades of the 19th century, this rare and regal antique Persian Bijar rug is a majestic relic of resilience, refinement, and artistic lineage. Hand-knotted with extraordinary precision by Kurdish artisans, this heirloom quality carpet showcases the enduring strength for which Bijar rugs are celebrated—sometimes referred to as the "Iron Rugs of Persia" for their unparalleled durability and densely packed weave. At over 22 feet in length, this majestic one-of-a-kind masterpiece was clearly woven for a setting of exceptional stature, possibly a princely residence or ceremonial space, where its size and craftsmanship would speak volumes about the patron’s prestige and cultivated taste.

At the heart of this exclusive textile is a deep navy field densely ornamented with a mesmerizing all-over signature Herati pattern—known also as Mahi, or "fish" motif. Each floral rosette, ensconced in a diamond lattice, is encircled by sweeping lanceolate leaves that resemble fish swimming in unison—an ancient Persian symbol of abundance, continuity, and harmony. The exceptional repetition is rhythmic and hypnotic, a visual symphony that evokes both the order of mathematics and the organic beauty of nature. This lattice is not merely decorative—it is symbolic storytelling, rendering the very fabric of paradise beneath one’s feet. The motifs shimmer with madder reds, sapphire blues, earthen tans, and antique golds, a palette aged to perfection through the passage of time and the softness of natural dyes.

Encircling this exquisite work of art is a richly articulated Samovar vine-scroll border, where stylized turtle palmettes float among curvilinear vines like ceremonial vessels navigating a garden of dreams. These motifs are flanked by a triad of inner and outer botanical meander guard bands, each narrower yet no less intricate, echoing the central design’s commitment to balance, rhythm, and eternal flow. The borders frame the field with elegance and finality, binding the composition with a regal restraint. This layering of ornate elements—so expertly harmonized—attests to the superior craftsmanship of 19th-century Bijar weaving ateliers, where no detail was too fine to perfect.

To acquire a precious rug of this magnitude and pedigree is to possess an heirloom that transcends ornament—it is to hold a woven legacy. In a world inundated by the fleeting and the fast-made, this Bijar offers the rarity of permanence and the ethics of artisan tradition. Every knot tells a story of human hands, patience, and devotion to beauty. Ideal for the most discerning collector or the visionary designer seeking to elevate a space beyond trend, this rug transforms architecture into atmosphere. It is a celebration of heritage, a declaration of taste, and a sanctuary for the soul—a textile triumph destined to be treasured for generations to come.

• Rendered in variegated shades of ink blue, red, navy blue, ruby red, scarlet red, royal blue, pink, tan, ecru, rose, sand, and taupe with other accent colors.
• Abrash.
• Hand-knotted wool. 
• Made in Iran (Persia).
• Measures: 13'00 x 22'08.
• Date: 1880's. Late 19th Century.