Condition: Very good antique condition with attractive, even wear consistent with its great age, c-1880.
Material: Fine Kork wool pile on cotton foundation.
This exceptional antique Persian Isfahan rug is a beautifully woven late 19th-century example from one of Persia's most prestigious weaving centers. The rug features a highly refined allover floral composition set upon a rare and desirable soft pistachio-green (celadon) field. The design is filled with elegant flowering vines, palmettes, rosettes, floral sprays, and vase-inspired motifs, all executed with remarkable precision and artistic balance.
The luminous pistachio-green field provides a striking backdrop for the rich palette of ivory, burgundy, sapphire blue, rose, soft gold, and muted earth tones. More than a century of age has mellowed the colors into a harmonious and sophisticated combination that gives the rug tremendous warmth and decorative appeal.
The rug is woven with very fine Kork wool, prized for its exceptionally soft handle, silky texture, and luminous sheen. Despite its age and normal wear, the intricate drawing remains crisp and highly detailed, reflecting the superior craftsmanship associated with the finest Isfahan workshops of the late 19th century. The elegant ivory floral border beautifully frames the composition and enhances the rug's overall refinement.
Why It Is Special
What makes this rug particularly desirable is its combination of age, fine Kork wool, rare pistachio-green field, and highly sophisticated floral design. Early Isfahan rugs of this quality are increasingly difficult to find, especially in such pleasing condition. The beautifully aged colors, refined drawing, and graceful wear have created a rich antique patina that only develops over many decades. Rather than detracting from its beauty, the even wear enhances its authenticity and character, giving the rug the appearance sought after by collectors and designers alike.
This is a distinguished late 19th-century Persian carpet that embodies the elegance, artistry, and technical excellence for which antique Isfahan rugs are celebrated.
Estimated Retail Value
Current retail value: $8,000 – $15,000
