Check out this fantastic antique 1880s Persian Bidjar rug that is the definition of strength and beauty rolled into one. Known as the “iron rugs of Persia,” Bidjars are the toughest rugs ever woven, dense, heavy, and built to outlast just about anything. But toughness aside, this piece knows how to bring the va va voom. The main field glows with an all over Herati pattern set against a deep midnight blue ground, rich with vegetable dyed wool.
And then comes the showstopper: that saffron yellow border. Bold, brilliant, and full of personality, it frames the design like a ribbon wrapping a gift. Within it, linked florals and paisley motifs march along, keeping things playful while adding contrast. On one end, there’s abrash, seen in those subtle shifts in the green and blue tones that only come from a change in the batches of dyed wool, giving the rug a one-of-a-kind vibe.
Its low, even pile keeps it sleek, while still holding onto the weight and durability Bidjars are famous for. This old soul is bursting with a symphony of colors that will lift your spirit every time you glance its way, bringing style and charm to any place it calls home. It’s weighted, lovely and floor ready.
Exact Size: 4'1 x 9'7
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