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Antique Farahan Carpet
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for sale €31,005     $33,655
£26,500
Farnham Antique Carpets

Farnham Antique Carpets

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    Specialists in antique decorative carpets, rugs and runners.
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Antique Farahan Carpet

19th century
Description

An almost square, early antique Farahan carpet with a rare saffron yellow main field colour, beautifully drawn and full of interesting smaller floral motifs. A larger palmette and vine border design in deep blues, almost black which is famous with Farahan weavings. The accent colours of green, soft pink and reds create a harmonious palette. We can see corrosion to the early brown dyes too, as this wool had iron properties which have corroded over the last 150 plus years. A striking ancient carpet woven around 1860-1870, rich in colour and ancient in design, a truly remarkable piece.

Amazing square size, Fereghan or Farahan as they are often known were one of few weaving areas that produced square sizes. Small areas of lower pile are visible, cleaned by our workshop and the fringes have been professionally restored, as they were missing a few rows, we use ancient wool to reweave the ends so they blend in beautifully and are not noticeable.

We ship our rare antique carpets and rugs all over the UK and Worldwide, or if you would like this carpet sent to your home to trial in situ please make a home visit enquiry, we would be happy to help.

Request a home visit and select a preferred set of dates for us to visit you with this rare yellow Farahan carpet soon. Our barn showroom is also open Monday to Saturday by appointment too, you can book in a showroom visit if preferred and we would love to welcome you here soon.

Physical Dimensions
Height
310cm (122.05")
Width
282cm (111.02")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Farahan Persian Rug to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1240257
Dealers Internal Reference
12197
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
An almost square, early antique Farahan carpet with a rare saffron yellow main field colour, beautifully drawn and full of interesting smaller floral motifs.
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A larger palmette and vine border design in deep blues, almost black which is famous with Farahan weavings.
Farnham Antique Carpets

The accent colours of green, soft pink and reds create a harmonious palette. We can see corrosion to the early brown dyes too, as this wool had iron properties which have corroded over the last 150 plus years. A striking ancient carpet woven around 1860-1870, rich in colour and ancient in design, a truly remarkable piece.

fig 1. An antique Farahan Persian wool carpet with a yellow floral field framed by a dark navy decorative border.
fig 1. Antique Farahan Carpet

Amazing square size, Fereghan or Farahan as they are often known were one of few weaving areas that produced square sizes. Small areas of lower pile are visible, cleaned by our workshop and the fringes have been professionally restored, as they were missing a few rows, we use ancient wool to reweave the ends so they blend in beautifully and are not noticeable.

fig 2. An antique Farahan Persian wool carpet with a yellow floral field framed by a dark navy decorative border.
fig 2. Antique Farahan Carpet

We ship our rare antique carpets and rugs all over the UK and Worldwide, or if you would like this carpet sent to your home to trial in situ please make a home visit enquiry, we would be happy to help.

fig 3. An antique Farahan Persian wool carpet with a yellow floral field framed by a dark navy decorative border.
fig 3. Antique Farahan Carpet

Request a home visit and select a preferred set of dates for us to visit you with this rare yellow Farahan carpet soon. Our barn showroom is also open Monday to Saturday by appointment too, you can book in a showroom visit if preferred and we would love to welcome you here soon.

Height
310cm (122.05")
Width
282cm (111.02")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Farahan Persian Rug to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1240257
Dealers Internal Ref
12197
Farnham Antique Carpets
Farnham Antique Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2018

Specialists in antique decorative carpets, rugs and runners.

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Trade Associations

Farnham Antique Carpets is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA 

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Archive I An antique Farahan Persian wool carpet with a yellow floral field framed by a dark navy decorative border.

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An antique Farahan Persian wool carpet with a yellow floral field framed by a dark navy decorative border.
Antique Farahan carpet
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectArea Rugs
  • Period19th century
  • StylePersian
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourYellow, Navy Blue
  • MotifsFloral palmettes, Herati pattern, Compound border, Vine scroll
  • SizeH 310 cm (122 in) x W 282 cm (111 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This antique Farahan carpet from the period of 1870 is a Persian wool and cotton area rug showcasing a saffron yellow main field and a dark navy decorative border. The composition includes floral palmettes, a Herati pattern, a compound border, and vine scroll motifs rendered in accent colours of green, soft pink, and red, with deep blues and almost black elements in the outer framework. Visible details comprise corrosion to early brown dyes containing iron properties, small areas of lower pile, and professionally restored fringes at both ends. The piece measures 310 cm high, 282 cm wide, and 1 cm deep. Suitable for placement on the floor in traditional living spaces, reception rooms, or studies, the carpet provides a soft underfoot texture and grounding decorative element for a room. The nearly square format adapts well beneath central coffee tables or dining arrangements, anchoring furniture groupings with its complex palette and dense botanical iconography. Regular placement in low-traffic or moderate-use areas helps preserve the historic pile and restored wool fringes over time.

FAQs

Originating from the Farahan region in central Persia, these carpets are recognised for their dense weave, floral motifs, and distinctive colour palettes featuring soft yellows, terracotta, and dark navy borders.

These carpets are hand-knotted using hand-spun wool pile tied onto a durable cotton warp and weft foundation, coloured with natural plant and mineral dyes.

Authentic Farahan carpets typically display asymmetrical Senneh knots, short closely cropped pile, floral palmette or Herati motifs, and subtle colour variations known as abrash.

Anchoring contemporary furniture around a multi-coloured Persian carpet creates visual balance, bridging modern minimalist decor with classic texture and historic craftsmanship.

Regular gentle vacuuming without a rotating suction brush, rotating the carpet annually to ensure even wear, and professional hand-washing by a specialist will preserve the wool fibres and natural dyes.
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