Large Hand-Knotted Persian Sarouk Area Rug

Item Details

A large Persian Sarouk area rug. This wool rug is hand-knotted in a palette of cranberry, sapphire, midnight blue, and cream. It features a classic Sarouk design with numerous symmetrically arranged vase forms, and sprays of flowers and palmettes over a cranberry-colored field. Framing the field are seven borders, including a herati major border over midnight blue. Selvedges are overcast, the rug finishing at each end with short ivory cotton warp fringe. Blue weft threads are visible on the underside. Unlabeled.

• Please note, this is an item that may be especially difficult to move and/or transport. Unless shipping arrangements are available and made by the winning bidder, that individual is advised to bring appropriate assistance, vehicle, proper materials, and any necessary tools to pickup.

Condition

- to fair; there is a large stain in one corner; there are some worn spots in the center; the rug could benefit from professional cleaning.

Dimensions

- approximately 10’ W x 15.4’ D.

Item #

17DCC093-627