This antique 1920s Persian Mahal rug brings personality without feeling busy. Its navy blue field uses negative space to let the playful botanical motifs breathe and shine, showing off their charm without crowding the eye. The main border is slimmer than usual, lined with a stylized vine chain dotted with flowers on a rich brick red ground. Around it, dainty guard borders echo the main border’s design in a smaller and tighter version.
Handwoven with vegetable dyed wool, the colors have mellowed beautifully over time, creating the kind of depth only natural dyes can achieve. The low pile gives it a relaxed vibe while still being in nice condition, especially impressive for its age. At a large size, it can easily anchor a room without overpowering it, offering both character and space. This piece has the kind of quiet confidence that only comes from a century of history woven into its threads.
Exact Size: 8’3 x 11’7
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