Fine Antique Ferahan Kelleh 332x157cm 19th Century

Name: Fine Antique Ferahan Kelleh 332x157cm
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1243806
Price: 1650 GBP
Availability: InStock

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ObjectRugs & Carpets
Period19th century
StylePersian
MaterialWool, Cotton
ColourNavy Blue, Terracotta
MotifsHerati floral lattice, Multi-banded border, Kelleh format, Floral palmettes
SizeH 332 cm (131 in) x W 157 cm (62 in)

This antique Persian Ferahan Kelleh rug originates from 1890 and is fashioned from wool and cotton. The rectangular textile measures 332 cm high and 157 cm wide, presenting a dark navy blue central field filled with an intricate Herati floral lattice design and floral palmettes. This central space is enclosed by multiple decorative geometric and floral borders rendered in shades of terracotta, cream, and soft blue. Visible details include an even low pile across the surface and one old vertical tension cut situated at the top end. The piece has undergone deep cleaning and arrives floor ready for placement in an English country house or similar traditional interior setting.

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A Ferahan Kelleh rug refers to a specific style of Persian carpet woven in the Ferahan region of central Iran, traditionally featuring a long, wide-runner format known as a kelleh. These carpets are celebrated for their fine knotting, classic Herati or floral lattice motifs, and rich, vegetable-dyed colour palettes.

Traditional Ferahan carpets are hand-knotted using high-grade hand-spun wool pile woven onto a durable cotton warp and weft foundation. The wool was historically dyed using natural vegetable and mineral sources, such as madder root for reds and indigo for deep navy blues.

Authentic Ferahan rugs typically feature a short, dense wool pile, precise knotting, and subtle variations in yarn colour known as abrash. Look for classical dark navy fields paired with soft terracotta, green, and cream borders, alongside minor asymmetry indicative of village handloom construction.

The longer proportions of a kelleh rug render it ideal for anchoring expansive hallways, entry galleries, or placement alongside large dining tables. Its intricate floral detailing and rich dark ground provide depth and colour contrast in both traditional and minimalist contemporary settings.

Regular care requires gentle vacuuming without a rotating brush attachment to preserve the hand-knotted fibres. Accidental spills should be blotted immediately with a dry cloth, and professional cleaning should be performed periodically by an antique textile specialist.

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Fine Antique Ferahan Kelleh 332x157cm