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Farnham Antique Carpets

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Antique Karaja Rug

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Antique Karaja Rug

Name: Antique Karaja Rug
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA926778
Price: 1950 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Farnham Antique Carpets

Description

A rustic and tribal small antique Karaja rug, with the best pale blue dyes in the border! Wonderful dye change, we can see the colours subtly change due to the dyes fading over 100 plus years.

Karaja is a small village in the north of Persia near Heriz, they produced geometric rugs and carpets full of charm, rustic dyes and bold graphics. Condition is good on this little rug, with a low to medium pile throughout, professionally washed and ends secured ready for the floor.

Purchase online via our secure checkout and we can ship it securely to your home. Or request a home visit below to arrange a convenient day and time to view this antique Karaja rug in-situ. We travel all over the UK showing our inventory of carpets and rugs to private customers and interior designers.

Physical Dimensions

Height

122cm (48.03")

Width

99cm (38.98")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Declaration

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Karaja Persian Rug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA926778

Dealers Internal Reference

6201

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

A rustic and tribal small antique Karaja rug, with the best pale blue dyes in the border! Wonderful dye change, we can see the colours subtly change due to the dyes fading over 100 plus years.

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Karaja is a small village in the north of Persia near Heriz, they produced geometric rugs and carpets full of charm, rustic dyes and bold graphics.

Farnham Antique Carpets

Condition is good on this little rug, with a low to medium pile throughout, professionally washed and ends secured ready for the floor.

fig 1. A hand-knotted Persian Karaja rug featuring a red geometric field with central star medallions framed by a light blue patterned border. — fig 1. Antique Karaja Rug

Purchase online via our secure checkout and we can ship it securely to your home. Or request a home visit below to arrange a convenient day and time to view this antique Karaja rug in-situ. We travel all over the UK showing our inventory of carpets and rugs to private customers and interior designers.

Physical Dimensions

Height

122cm (48.03")

Width

99cm (38.98")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Date of Manufacture

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Karaja Persian Rug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA926778

Dealers Internal Ref

6201

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Farnham Antique Carpets

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2018

Specialists in antique decorative carpets, rugs and runners.

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Farnham Antique Carpets is a registered member of LAPADA BADA

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A hand-knotted Persian Karaja rug featuring a red geometric field with central star medallions framed by a light blue patterned border.

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Antique Karaja rug

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A hand-knotted Persian Karaja rug featuring a red geometric field with central star medallions framed by a light blue patterned border. View II

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A hand-knotted Persian Karaja rug featuring a red geometric field with central star medallions framed by a light blue patterned border. View III

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A hand-knotted Persian Karaja rug featuring a red geometric field with central star medallions framed by a light blue patterned border. View IV

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A hand-knotted Persian Karaja rug featuring a red geometric field with central star medallions framed by a light blue patterned border. View V

Karaja or Gharajeh rugs are traditional hand-knotted textiles originating from the Karadagh region in Northwest Persia, located near Tabriz. They are recognised by their distinct geometric patterns, often featuring central latch-hooked medallions set against vibrant terracotta red and blue fields.

These rugs are hand-knotted using a wool pile woven onto a cotton or wool warp and weft foundation. Artisans employ symmetric Ghiordes knots, creating a dense, durable weave coloured with traditional vegetable dyes.

Authentic pieces typically feature three central geometric medallions, often including a central star flanked by two distinct octagonal or square motifs. Natural variations in dye shade, known as abrash, along with soft wear to the wool pile, indicate genuine hand-knotted origins.

The bold geometric motifs and warm primary palette anchor contemporary spaces by introducing texture and warmth. Placing the rug over light timber flooring or beneath modern neutral furniture provides visual contrast and balance.

Vacuum gently without a rotating brush bar to prevent pulling the wool pile. Clean spills immediately by blotting with a damp cloth, and consult a professional rug restorer for periodic deep cleaning.

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