0
7,530  PAGES BROWSED TODAY PAGES TODAY • 0  ANTIQUES UPLOADED TODAY NEW ARRIVALS
Sorted by
Per page
DEALER LOGIN
Selling Antiques Logo
0
Saved
Home
Return
Dealer Login
500+ Shops
Dealers
Newly Added
0
Saved
Sort Order
Latest
Price Low
Price High
sellingantiques.co.uk
ID #SA979517
FOR SALE
£12,500
Email
Save
Fine Persian Karaja Carpet, Circa 1880, 3.32m X 2.85m
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs
for sale €14,625     $15,875
£12,500
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

Sellingantiques Verified Since Aug 2019
View Dealers Stock Page
  • About Us
    Specialist in antique rugs, carpets and textiles from the east and europe. We work with interior designers, clients an.
Relevant Links
Id #SA979517
PDF SHARE
SAVE

Fine Persian Karaja Carpet, Circa 1880, 3.32m X 2.85m

19th century
Description

Among the many towns and villages of the Azerbaijan region of North-West Persia where carpets were woven in the 19th century, Karaja weavings often have a very individual character. This wonderful carpet is a fine example. Everything about it exudes refinement and skill. The wool quality is exceptional, the weave is fine and the dyes are simply exquisite. Add to that an highly decorative all-over repeat design of stylised palmettes and leaves on a ruby red field, framed by an elegant matching sapphire blue border and one has a really special carpet. Note also the squarish format which would make it ideal for many decorative settings, both period and contemporary. Professionally cleaned and in excellent condition. Minor restoration to the ends, otherwise in very good original condition.

Physical Dimensions
Height
332cm (130.71")
Width
285cm (112.20")
Declaration

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs has dated this Antique Persian Karaja Carpet to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA979517
Dealers Internal Reference
AF4
Dealers Notes

FREE WORLDWIDE DELIVERY.

All items can be viewed in my gallery . Opening hours are Monday to Friday 10am to 6pm, or on Sunday by appointment. I offer a friendly and professional service in a very relaxed environment. Home visits can also be arranged.

Please do contact me to for any further information or to arrange an appointment.

Telephone number 00 44 (0) 7976 826218

Email: anejad@talktalk.net

ALL MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED

Description
Among the many towns and villages of the Azerbaijan region of North-West Persia where carpets were woven in the 19th century, Karaja weavings often have a very individual character. This wonderful carpet is a fine example. Everything about it exudes refinement and skill. The wool quality is exceptional, the weave is fine and the dyes are simply exquisite.
“
Add to that an highly decorative all-over repeat design of stylised palmettes and leaves on a ruby red field, framed by an elegant matching sapphire blue border and one has a really special carpet.
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

Note also the squarish format which would make it ideal for many decorative settings, both period and contemporary. Professionally cleaned and in excellent condition. Minor restoration to the ends, otherwise in very good original condition.

Height
332cm (130.71")
Width
285cm (112.20")
Date of Manufacture

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs has dated this Antique Persian Karaja Carpet to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA979517
Dealers Internal Ref
AF4
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs
Sellingantiques verified Since Aug 2019

Specialist in antique rugs, carpets and textiles from the east and europe. We work with interior designers, clients an.

Dealer Profile

You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs Profile Page

Relevant Links
PDF SHARE
SAVE
A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border.
1 / 15
Archive I A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border.

Fine Persian Karaja Carpet, Circa 1880, 3.32m x 2.85m

Archive II A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View II
Archive III A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View III
Archive IV A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View IV
Archive V A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View V
Archive VI A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View VI
Archive VII A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View VII
Archive VIII A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View VIII
Archive IX A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View IX
Archive X A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View X
Archive XI A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View XI
Archive XII A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View XII
Archive XIII A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View XIII
Archive XIV A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View XIV
Archive XV A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border. View XV
FURTHER BROWSING

Visitors also looked at these ⇣

Enlarged Archival View
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs

Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs
Telephone 07976 826218
Location
4 Church Street
Marylebone
London
NW8 8ED
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/aaronnejadgallery
Verified Since Aug 2019
Items For Sale 153
Items Sold 367
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs
Aaron Nejad Carpets and Rugs
Verified Since Aug 2019
View Dealer Info
Location: 4 Church Street, Marylebone, London, NW8 8ED, United Kingdom
Profile: sellingantiques.co.uk/aaronnejadgallery
Verified
Aug 2019
For Sale
153
Sold
367
A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border.
Fine Persian Karaja Carpet, Circa 1880, 3.32m x 2.85m
Ref: SA979517
A large antique hand-knotted Persian Karaja wool carpet featuring a dominant red field with complex geometric floral medallions and a wide navy blue border.
Detail View 1
Detail View 2
Detail View 3
Detail View 4
Detail View 5
Detail View 6
Detail View 7
Detail View 8
Detail View 9
Detail View 10
Detail View 11
Detail View 12
Detail View 13
Detail View 14
Archival Detail

Strictly Vetted Dealers

Every single antique dealer on our platform is individually approved by our internal team. We verify their professional trade history, ethical standards, and photographic quality to ensure a secure, high-standard buying environment. Upon joining, every dealer agrees to a strict 9-point code of conduct. While issues can occasionally arise, our dealers typically resolve them swiftly and directly with the buyer. In fact, since our founding in 2002, Sellingantiques has only had to step in to help resolve an issue on roughly five occasions—a true testament to the quality of our dealers and their dedication to your happiness.

Secure Transit

Our dealers are highly experienced in packing and shipping fragile, high-value antiques. Because you are in direct contact with the dealer, you will be able to easily go through all available shipping and insurance options together to ensure your item arrives safely.

The Sustainable Choice

Antiques are the ultimate green purchase. By choosing historical pieces over newly manufactured goods, you completely eliminate the carbon footprint of modern mass production while preserving exceptional, timeless craftsmanship.

FAQs

Karaja carpets originate from the village of Karaja in Northwest Persia, situated near the Heriz region. Produced throughout the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, these rugs are characterized by distinct geometric medallion compositions, bold field colours, and stylised botanical motifs influenced by regional weaving traditions.

These carpets are hand-knotted using hand-spun sheeps wool pile woven onto a durable cotton warp and weft foundation. Saturated red, blue, and terracotta shades were traditionally achieved using natural plant and mineral dyes applied prior to knotting.

Authentic period pieces exhibit subtle colour variations known as abrash, caused by small batches of vegetable-dyed wool. Additional indicators include hand-bound side selvedges, slight structural asymmetries inherent to hand-loom weaving, and light uniform pile wear consistent with age.

A substantial geometric carpet serves as an anchoring foundation in living rooms, dining rooms, or large halls. Contrast the warm red and deep navy tones against neutral walls, pairing the textile with either classic dark wood furnishings or clean-lined contemporary seating.

Vacuum gently without using a high-powered rotating brush bar to prevent fibre pull. Rotate the carpet annually to ensure even wear and sun exposure, insert a high-quality rug underlay underneath for cushion support, and rely on professional specialist cleaning for spot and deep maintenance.
items
Add keywords to the filter
Price
£100
£250000
Era
Movements
Material
Origin
Stock Location
Freshness
Online Payments
Categories