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Tafresh Rug
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Tafresh Rug

1900 - 1920
Description

Tafresh rugs resemble Hamadan pieces wit their single wefts and cotton foundation. They are however more finely knotted which provides for more elaborate designs and softer curves. The central medallion dominates and the variation in the blue background provides a sense of depth. The coral like growths that emerge from the edge of each spandrel as well as the inner central medallion are very appealing. A very decorative rug with a hard wearing foundation and a great look.

Excellent condition, an outer guard stripe is missing from one end.

Date of Manufacture

Phil Bell Antique Rugs has dated this Antique Persian Tafresh Rug to the 1920s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
143cm (56.30")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Reference Numbers
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SA1167070
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Description
Tafresh rugs resemble Hamadan pieces wit their single wefts and cotton foundation. They are however more finely knotted which provides for more elaborate designs and softer curves. The central medallion dominates and the variation in the blue background provides a sense of depth.
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The coral like growths that emerge from the edge of each spandrel as well as the inner central medallion are very appealing.
Phil Bell Antique Rugs

A very decorative rug with a hard wearing foundation and a great look.

Excellent condition, an outer guard stripe is missing from one end.

Date of Manufacture

Phil Bell Antique Rugs has dated this Antique Persian Tafresh Rug to the 1920s.

Height
143cm (56.30")
Width
110cm (43.31")
Reference Numbers
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SA1167070
Dealers Internal Ref
180
Phil Bell Antique Rugs
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A hand-knotted antique Persian Tafresh wool rug featuring a deep navy blue field, a prominent rose pink central medallion, ornate floral spandrels, and bird motifs.
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Archive I A hand-knotted antique Persian Tafresh wool rug featuring a deep navy blue field, a prominent rose pink central medallion, ornate floral spandrels, and bird motifs.

Tafresh Rug

Archive II A hand-knotted antique Persian Tafresh wool rug featuring a deep navy blue field, a prominent rose pink central medallion, ornate floral spandrels, and bird motifs. View II
Archive III A hand-knotted antique Persian Tafresh wool rug featuring a deep navy blue field, a prominent rose pink central medallion, ornate floral spandrels, and bird motifs. View III
Archive IV A hand-knotted antique Persian Tafresh wool rug featuring a deep navy blue field, a prominent rose pink central medallion, ornate floral spandrels, and bird motifs. View IV
Archive V A hand-knotted antique Persian Tafresh wool rug featuring a deep navy blue field, a prominent rose pink central medallion, ornate floral spandrels, and bird motifs. View V
Archive VI A hand-knotted antique Persian Tafresh wool rug featuring a deep navy blue field, a prominent rose pink central medallion, ornate floral spandrels, and bird motifs. View VI
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A hand-knotted antique Persian Tafresh wool rug featuring a deep navy blue field, a prominent rose pink central medallion, ornate floral spandrels, and bird motifs.
Tafresh rug
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A hand-knotted antique Persian Tafresh wool rug featuring a deep navy blue field, a prominent rose pink central medallion, ornate floral spandrels, and bird motifs.
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  • ObjectArea Rugs
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StylePersian
  • MaterialWool, Cotton
  • ColourNavy Blue, Rose Pink
  • MotifsCentral medallion, bird motifs, floral spandrels, multi-band border
  • SizeH 143 cm (56 in) x W 110 cm (43 in)

This 1920 Persian Tafresh area rug is a hand-knotted wool and cotton textile piece displaying a navy blue field and a rose pink central medallion. The design incorporates intricate floral spandrels, bird motifs, and a multi-band border, complemented by coral-like growths emerging from the edges of the spandrels and the inner central medallion. The visible wear includes a missing outer guard stripe at one end, alongside fringe trimming at the borders. Measuring 143 cm high by 110 cm wide, this rug suits integration into an English Country House aesthetic. Practical applications for this textile involve placement on floors within living spaces, studies, or bedrooms to provide warmth and visual interest. The hard-wearing foundation ensures durability for everyday use, while the elaborate details and softer curves derived from finer knotting enhance its decorative presence.

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Originating from the central region of Iran, Tafresh rugs are renowned for their intricate central medallions, delicate floral field patterns, and refined colour palettes influenced by regional weaving traditions.

These textiles are traditionally hand-knotted using a durable wool pile woven onto a strong cotton warp and weft foundation, often dyed with natural vegetable pigments.

Authentic pieces feature asymmetrical hand-bound selvedges, slight natural dye abrashes, a flexible textile handle, and characteristic circular or starburst central medallions flanked by ornate spandrels and avian motifs.

A vibrant Persian rug serves as a foundational element in contemporary or traditional spaces, offering visual warmth, intricate pattern, and historic character when paired with neutral upholstery or dark wood furniture.

Regular maintenance requires suction-only vacuuming to protect the pile, periodic rotation to balance foot traffic wear, and immediate spot-cleaning using cold water and mild wool-safe detergents.
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