1023 | MINT 1930's Persian Karaja with Electric Reds, Sapphire Blues & Jewel-Toned Medallions | 2.5 x 4.3

Name: Mint 1930s Persian Karaja with Electric Reds, Sapphire Blues & Jewel-Toned Medallions

Size: 2.5 x 4.3
Age: Circa 1930
Origin: Karaja Village – Northwest Persia (Iran)
Pile: Plush hand-knotted wool in exceptional condition

About This Rug

This mint-condition 1930s Persian Karaja is the kind of piece collectors chase — bold, vibrant, and bursting with color.

The field glows with brilliant, saturated reds, a classic Karaja ground that radiates warmth and energy. Running down the center are two striking geometric medallions rendered in crisp ivory and deep sapphire blue, creating that dramatic contrast that makes Karaja rugs so visually powerful.

Between them sits a beautifully detailed central diamond medallion filled with intricate tribal motifs and layered color. Surrounding the medallions are tiny floral and geometric accents woven in a spectacular palette of gold, sky blue, teal, navy, coral, ivory, and rose, creating a rich tapestry of color across the surface.

The borders are just as captivating. A deep blue primary border frames the rug with repeating floral motifs and tribal elements in soft pinks, golden yellows, and creamy whites, giving the entire piece a jewel-like vibrancy. Multiple guard borders add fine detail and structure, perfectly balancing the bold central design.

What makes this rug truly special is the incredible clarity of its colors. Nearly a century later, the dyes remain bright and lively — brilliant reds, luminous blues, and warm golden highlights dancing across the wool.

Incredible Condition

For a rug approaching 100 years old, this piece is in remarkably mint condition. The wool pile is plush and well-preserved, with crisp design lines and vibrant color saturation throughout.

Rugs from this era rarely survive in such beautiful shape, making this an exceptional find.

A Classic Karaja

Karaja rugs are woven in villages of northwest Iran, where artisans are known for producing carpets with bold stacked medallions, rich colors, and durable wool construction.

These village rugs were made to last — woven from hand-spun wool using traditional tribal techniques passed down through generations.

The result is a rug that is both artistic and incredibly durable, built to bring warmth and character to everyday living spaces.

Perfect Versatile Size

At 2.5 x 4.3, this is an incredibly versatile accent rug.

Perfect for:

• Entryways
• Bedside placement
• Small seating areas
• Kitchens or reading nooks
• Layering with larger rugs

Its proportions make it feel substantial while still easy to place almost anywhere.

Why We Love It

Some antique rugs fade quietly with time.

This one still sings.

Between the electric reds, sapphire blues, glowing gold accents, and bold tribal medallions, it has the kind of joyful energy that only great Karaja rugs possess.

It’s vibrant, balanced, and beautifully preserved — a nearly century-old village rug that looks ready for another hundred years of life.

Small size. Big personality. Completely one-of-a-kind.