Antique Persian Karaja Rug 1920 - 1940

Name: Karaja Rug
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1166983
Price: 1800 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectRugs
Period1920 - 1940
StylePersian Tribal
MaterialWool, Cotton
ColourNavy Blue & Terracotta
MotifsGeometric diamond medallions, Latch-hook motifs, Multi-band decorative border, Central field arrangement
SizeH 154 cm (61 in) x W 149 cm (59 in)

This hand-knotted Persian tribal rug dates from 1930 and follows the style of Karaja floor coverings. Made from wool and cotton, the textile displays a navy blue field accented with geometric diamond medallions, latch-hook motifs, and a multi-band decorative border in shades of white, terracotta, red, and blue. The piece has abrash across the blue background and white borders that brighten the appearance. It measures 154 cm high and 149 cm wide in a square format achieved through an expert reduction in length at some point in its history. Suitable for placement within an English country house interior, the rug provides a subtle beauty and decorative warmth underfoot in a living room, study, or bedroom. The tidy construction and balanced arrangement of motifs allow the textile to sit comfortably in traditional or transitional schemes while anchoring the surrounding furnishings.

FAQs

Karaja rugs originate from the village of Karaja in Northwest Iran, located near the Heriz weaving region, and are recognised for their distinctive geometric regional patterns produced since the nineteenth century.

Traditionally hand-knotted, these carpets feature a durable wool pile woven onto a cotton warp and weft foundation using symmetrical Turkish knots.

Authentic Karaja pieces feature a distinct linear layout of central field medallions, typically alternating between square-diamond shapes and stylized latch-hooked geometric figures.

These geometric carpets anchor living spaces by contrasting structured contemporary furniture with hand-knotted textile patterns over neutral hardwood or stone flooring.

Regular gentle vacuuming without a suction brush, prompt spot cleaning using water and mild detergent, and periodic professional rug cleaning preserve the natural wool fibres.

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