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Pair of Karaja Rugs
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Pair of Karaja Rugs

1900 - 1920
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A pair of very good Karaja rugs. These are perhaps the best quality Karaja pieces I have seen for a while with lovely soft wool and strong colours. They are of course not identical twins in design and also size, one is slightly bigger than the other but I believe they work better as a pair. The deep blue field frames the central diamond with lines extending out to a Heriz style ornament at each end picked out in white. The design within the central diamond is beautifully asymmetric, more so on one than the other. These are great rugs that would bear a lot of studying, they are also very beautiful pieces.

Very good although both have losses to the ends.

Date of Manufacture

Phil Bell Antique Rugs has dated this Antique Karaja Persian Rug to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
126cm (49.61")
Width
91cm (35.83")
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SA1167033
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A pair of very good Karaja rugs.
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These are perhaps the best quality Karaja pieces I have seen for a while with lovely soft wool and strong colours.
Phil Bell Antique Rugs

They are of course not identical twins in design and also size, one is slightly bigger than the other but I believe they work better as a pair. The deep blue field frames the central diamond with lines extending out to a Heriz style ornament at each end picked out in white. The design within the central diamond is beautifully asymmetric, more so on one than the other. These are great rugs that would bear a lot of studying, they are also very beautiful pieces.

Very good although both have losses to the ends.

Date of Manufacture

Phil Bell Antique Rugs has dated this Antique Karaja Persian Rug to the 1920s.

Height
126cm (49.61")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Reference Numbers
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SA1167033
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291
Phil Bell Antique Rugs
Sellingantiques verified Since Sep 2025
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A hand-knotted antique Karaja wool rug featuring a navy field decorated with a central red geometric diamond medallion and colourful tribal motifs within a geometric border.
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Archive I A hand-knotted antique Karaja wool rug featuring a navy field decorated with a central red geometric diamond medallion and colourful tribal motifs within a geometric border.

Pair of Karaja Rugs

Archive II A hand-knotted antique Karaja wool rug featuring a navy field decorated with a central red geometric diamond medallion and colourful tribal motifs within a geometric border. View II
Archive III A hand-knotted antique Karaja wool rug featuring a navy field decorated with a central red geometric diamond medallion and colourful tribal motifs within a geometric border. View III
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A hand-knotted antique Karaja wool rug featuring a navy field decorated with a central red geometric diamond medallion and colourful tribal motifs within a geometric border.
Pair of Karaja rugs
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A hand-knotted antique Karaja wool rug featuring a navy field decorated with a central red geometric diamond medallion and colourful tribal motifs within a geometric border.
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  • ObjectRugs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StylePersian Tribal
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourNavy Blue, Terracotta
  • MotifsDiamond medallion, Latch-hook motifs, Rosette border
  • SizeH 126 cm (50 in) x W 91 cm (36 in)

This pair of Karaja rugs originates from the 1920 period in a Persian Tribal style, constructed from wool and cotton materials with a soft finish and strong colours. The hand-knotted design displays a navy blue field decorated with a central terracotta geometric diamond medallion, white Heriz style ornaments at each end, latch-hook motifs, and a patterned rosette border in shades of light blue, red, and beige. Both pieces exhibit losses to the ends as signs of age. Each rug measures 126 cm high by 91 cm wide. These versatile floor coverings suit placement within an English Country House setting, adding warmth and traditional pattern to a study, hallway, or living room floor. The intricate asymmetric motifs within the central medallion provide endless detail for close study, while the contrasting border frames the composition effectively. Placing them together creates a harmonious yet individually distinct aesthetic that enhances interior spaces with historical character and tactile comfort.

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Karaja rugs originate from the Northwest region of Iran, near the Heriz weaving district. They are celebrated for their bold geometric compositions, traditionally featuring a sequence of distinct central medallionsoften a diamond flanked by stylized square or star-like motifsset against indigo, red, or cream fields.

These textiles are hand-knotted using hand-spun wool pile woven onto a durable cotton or wool warp foundation. The rich colour palette is traditionally derived from natural plant dyes, including madder for terracottas and indigo for deep blues.

Authentic Karaja rugs feature a distinct combination of geometric latch-hook motifs, a central diamond medallion, and geometric border guards. Unlike finer city rugs, they display a coarser, durable weave with a double-string selvedge and slight asymmetry typical of village craftsmanship.

A geometric tribal rug introduces graphic texture and rich tone into minimalist or contemporary spaces. It pairs effectively with natural timber, neutral upholstery, and leather furniture to ground the room and create warmth.

Suction vacuum regularly on a low power setting without using a rotating brush bar. Spills should be blotted immediately with a clean, dry cloth, and the rug should be rotated annually to ensure balanced wear from foot traffic and light exposure.
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