These carpets are made by the Kurds in a small town by the same name in western Iran. The knots are tightly made, resulting in a vertical pile that retains little dirt. Designs and colors are quiet, permitting a versatility of use in various settings. Almost all the rugs of this kind that were produced between the 1890 - 1910 have a wool rather than cotton foundation and were made of very colorful, jewel tones. Bidjar carpets are highly sought after – not just because they are another type of tribal carpet – but also because they last longer than any other type of Persian carpet. For this reason they have earned the title, Rugs of Iron.
We are always happy to collaborate with you on a custom carpet that meets all your specifications...and your wildest dreams! Of course, it will be woven on our very own looms with the best materials under the supervision of our experts.
Design: Ardebil design Persian Bidjar Wool Carpet
Style: Antique Persian Ardebil Design Wool Carpet
Origin: Iran Persia
Material: 100% Wool
Colors: Navy blue, Rust, Green, Camel, Coral, Ivory
Size: 12'7" X 20'7”
Rug Number: 70001430
Antique Persian carpets, also known as Iranian carpets, are among the most diverse and beautifully designed of all the Oriental rugs in the world. Rich in culture, their historical background is one of the most intriguing in all of art history. The “golden era” of Persian carpet weaving began around 1500, and following the Silk Road, it was during these periods that Persian rugs were being exported all over the world, from Japan to Western Europe. In Persia, (modern day Iran), the largest carpet producing centers that flourished were Tabriz, Herat, Kashan, and Kerman. These rugs represent some of the finest examples of textile art ever produced. The complex methods and highest quality materials, including natural dyes, silk, cotton, and wool, combined with being woven by hand, ensured that these creations would last for decades, and in many cases, centuries.
Designs featured in antique rugs made in Iran are prized for their flawless proportions, and angles of spiraling curvature, resulting in an effortless fluid, and timeless, style, that exemplify their ageless elegance.
The master weavers of Persia took great pride in the textile art they created, therefore Antique Persian carpets are among the finest and most important examples of textile art, displaying some of the most beautiful and artistic creations ever crafted. Their beauty and complexity are timeless, inspiring, exciting, and masterful, making them an excellent investment in the realm of fine art, that will be enjoyed and appreciated for generations to come.