This antique Shiraz rug, crafted in the 1920s in the south of Persia, is a true tapestry of nomadic life and storytelling. Handwoven entirely from vegetable dyed wool, it carries bold and beautiful dyes drawn from natural resources that tribal weavers relied on for centuries. The charcoal ground sets a dramatic, grounding backdrop, allowing the countless motifs to pop without feeling loud or chaotic.
What really brings this piece to life is the abundance of animal and symbolic elements scattered throughout the field. You’ll find stylized birds, camels, donkeys and abstract creatures woven among floral and geometric forms, each one believed to represent protection, abundance, movement, and connection to nature. These aren’t decorative fillers…they’re intentional symbols, placed by the weaver as personal markers of life, land, and spirit. The ivory corner spandrels soften the composition and frame the design beautifully, adding contrast and balance to the darker field.
With a floppy handle due to its amazing 100% raw wool foundation and pile, the wool feels soft, supple, and wonderfully alive underfoot. The wool has sheen, it glows. It is in great condition, with light scattered wear. It’s a hardworking, soulful piece that can absolutely handle real life while still feeling special. A powerful nomadic rug that brings the wild, symbolic language of southern Persian tribes straight onto the floor…full of movement, meaning, and warmth.
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