What defines an antique Sarouk rug?

Sarouk rugs originate from the Arak region of Persia, historically recognised for their dense weave, floral patterns, and rich, durable colour palettes.

What materials are traditionally used in Sarouk runners?

Authentic Sarouk runners feature a high-quality hand-spun wool pile woven onto a cotton warp and weft foundation.

How can you identify an authentic antique Sarouk?

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-knotted asymmetric weaving, natural dye variations, floral sprays without rigid geometric framing, and a substantial, heavy handle.

How do you style a distressed Persian runner in a modern interior?

Positioning a long runner in a corridor or entryway introduces texture and historical contrast, anchoring minimalist architectural elements.

How should an antique wool runner be maintained?

Vacuum gently without using a rotating brush bar, rotate regularly to ensure even wear, and address spills immediately with a dry cloth and specialist wool cleaner.

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Distressed Antique Sarouk Runner

Name: Distressed Antique Sarouk Runner
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1190677
Price: 1950 GBP
Availability: InStock

1900 - 1920

For Sale by Farnham Antique Carpets

Description

Classical antique Sarouk runner, distressed with signs of wear, structurally very good and it has been secured on both sides and at either end to protect it. Supplied with our sturdy anti-slip underlay, this will add body and strength stopping the runner from moving on the floor.

Sarouk use intricate all over designs with lovely floral bunches, well drawn and with subtle pink to peach tones for the main field colour. Deep royal blue dyes used for the border and hints of teal blues and golds too. Sarouk's were woven in the village of Saruk in the Arak region of Persia.

Sarouk rugs have been produced for much of the 20th century. The early successes of the Sarouk rug are largely owed to the American market. From the 1910s to 1950s, the "American Sarouk", also known as the "painted Sarouk", was produced. American customers had an affinity for the Sarouk’s curvilinear and floral designs. What they did not appreciate, however, was the colour, so for much of the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s, rugs exported from Persia were dyed to a desirable, deep, raspberry-red colour, once they arrive in the USA.

We offer the service of viewing any of our carpets and rugs in your own home, a free, no obligation service we have offered for over 30 years.

Physical Dimensions

Height

390cm (153.54")

Width

79cm (31.10")

Depth

1cm (0.39")

Declaration

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Sarouk Runner Rug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1190677

Dealers Internal Reference

12000

Dealers Notes

Farnham Antique Carpets are specialists in antique decorative carpets, rugs and runners. Varying from antique tribal rugs woven in the Caucasus to classical Persian carpets dating from the mid 19th century to the early 20th century.

As members of the BADA - The British Antique Dealers Association and LAPADA - The Association of Art & Antique Dealers we adhere to strict guide lines as affiliated members and pride ourselves on maintaining its high standards. We exhibit at the BADA fair in Chelsea, London every March and the LAPADA Fair in Mayfair, London every September.

Description

Classical antique Sarouk runner, distressed with signs of wear, structurally very good and it has been secured on both sides and at either end to protect it.

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Supplied with our sturdy anti-slip underlay, this will add body and strength stopping the runner from moving on the floor.

Farnham Antique Carpets

fig 1. A long hand-knotted antique Sarouk runner rug featuring a distressed terracotta field filled with navy and blue floral motifs within a dark navy floral border. — fig 1. Distressed Antique Sarouk Runner

Sarouk use intricate all over designs with lovely floral bunches, well drawn and with subtle pink to peach tones for the main field colour. Deep royal blue dyes used for the border and hints of teal blues and golds too. Sarouk's were woven in the village of Saruk in the Arak region of Persia.

fig 2. A long hand-knotted antique Sarouk runner rug featuring a distressed terracotta field filled with navy and blue floral motifs within a dark navy floral border. — fig 2. Distressed Antique Sarouk Runner

Sarouk rugs have been produced for much of the 20th century. The early successes of the Sarouk rug are largely owed to the American market. From the 1910s to 1950s, the "American Sarouk", also known as the "painted Sarouk", was produced. American customers had an affinity for the Sarouk’s curvilinear and floral designs. What they did not appreciate, however, was the colour, so for much of the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s, rugs exported from Persia were dyed to a desirable, deep, raspberry-red colour, once they arrive in the USA.

We offer the service of viewing any of our carpets and rugs in your own home, a free, no obligation service we have offered for over 30 years.

Physical Dimensions

Height

390cm (153.54")

Width

79cm (31.10")

Depth

1cm (0.39")

Date of Manufacture

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Sarouk Runner Rug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers

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