Antique Persian Sarouk Rug 1920 - 1940

Name: Antique Sarouk Rug 1.94m X 1.28m
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1236386
Price: 2200 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectRugs & Carpets
Period1920 - 1940
StylePersian
MaterialWool, Cotton
ColourRed, Pink, Blue
MotifsCentral floral medallion, corner spandrels, multi-banded border, floral arabesques
SizeH 194 cm (76 in) x W 128 cm (50 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This antique Sarouk rug, dating from 1930, brings traditional Persian craftsmanship into a modern interior. The design displays a central lozenge medallion composed of interconnected flowers set against an open red field, framed by elaborate multi-layered floral borders in shades of pink, blue, green, and dark navy. The pile is woven from quality wool, showing light, age-related wear, a very slight bite to one corner, and secure fringes and selvedges. Measuring 194 cm high by 128 cm wide with a 1 cm depth, it functions as a decorative floor covering. This piece suits placement in a living room, study, or bedroom, providing warmth and texture beneath furniture or as a central accent on wooden flooring.

FAQs

Sarouk rugs originate from the village of Saruk and the surrounding Arak region in western Iran. Woven predominantly in the late nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, these carpets are celebrated for their dense wool pile, durable cotton foundations, and intricate floral patterns often arranged around a central medallion.

Traditional Sarouk rugs are crafted using high-quality wool for the pile, hand-spun and knotted onto a sturdy cotton warp and weft foundation. The rich colour palette, predominantly deep reds, blues, and cream tones, was historically achieved using natural vegetable and mineral dyes.

Authentic pieces exhibit asymmetrical Persian knots (Senneh knots) creating a heavy, thick pile that feels firm to the touch. Examining the reverse reveals distinct weave structures with visible blue or cotton weft threads, along with subtle variations in yarn colour known as abrash.

A classic Persian rug serves as an anchoring visual foundation in a modern interior, offering rich texture and visual warmth. Placing a patterned carpet against neutral walls or paired with mid-century and modern furniture creates a sophisticated contrast between contemporary lines and traditional craftsmanship.

Regular maintenance requires vacuuming with suction only, avoiding beater bars that can pull the delicate wool fibres. Spills should be blotted immediately with a clean, damp cloth rather than rubbed, and professional cleaning by an oriental rug specialist is recommended every few years.

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Antique Sarouk Rug 1.94m X 1.28m

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