{"product_id":"1049-beautifully-drawn-antique-shiraz-rug-with-ivory-pictorial-field-rich-raspberry-borders-3-4-x-4-10","title":"1049 | Beautifully Drawn Antique Shiraz Rug with Ivory Pictorial Field \u0026 Rich Raspberry Borders | 3.4 x 4.10","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"252\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"252\"\u003eName: Beautifully Drawn Antique Shiraz Rug with Ivory Pictorial Field \u0026amp; Rich Raspberry Borders\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"433\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"254\" data-end=\"263\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.4 x 4.10\u003cbr data-start=\"274\" data-end=\"277\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"277\" data-end=\"288\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Shiraz Region, Southwest Persia\u003cbr data-start=\"320\" data-end=\"323\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"323\" data-end=\"331\"\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to Mid 20th Century\u003cbr data-start=\"357\" data-end=\"360\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"369\"\u003ePile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plush medium pile with exceptional surface and strong condition\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"435\" data-end=\"438\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"dyaqz2\" data-start=\"440\" data-end=\"457\"\u003eAbout This Rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"459\" data-end=\"554\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"464\" data-end=\"486\"\u003eantique Shiraz rug\u003c\/strong\u003e is one of those pieces that reveals more the longer you look at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"556\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eAt first glance, the eye is drawn to the striking \u003cstrong data-start=\"606\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eivory lozenge-shaped field\u003c\/strong\u003e, framed by deep \u003cstrong data-start=\"653\" data-end=\"684\"\u003eraspberry-red corner panels\u003c\/strong\u003e and crisp floral borders. But what makes this rug truly special is the extraordinary amount of \u003cstrong data-start=\"780\" data-end=\"826\"\u003esmall-scale pictorial and symbolic drawing\u003c\/strong\u003e woven throughout the composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"1136\"\u003eThe field is filled with an almost tapestry-like arrangement of tiny motifs — stylized blossoms, geometric devices, tribal emblems, and delicate symbolic forms — all laid out with remarkable balance and clarity. The effect is intricate and lively, yet still highly composed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1138\" data-end=\"1237\"\u003eThis is the kind of rug that feels equally beautiful from across the room and even better up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1239\" data-end=\"1242\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"7pb70u\" data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003eThe Design\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1259\" data-end=\"1357\"\u003eThe drawing here is classic \u003cstrong data-start=\"1287\" data-end=\"1320\"\u003eShiraz-region village weaving\u003c\/strong\u003e at its most charming and articulate.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1359\" data-end=\"1376\"\u003eFeatures include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"2ttzqq\" data-start=\"1378\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003eA dramatic \u003cstrong data-start=\"1391\" data-end=\"1422\"\u003ecentral ivory diamond field\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"5luyf\" data-start=\"1423\" data-end=\"1494\"\u003eFine \u003cstrong data-start=\"1430\" data-end=\"1459\"\u003etree-like vertical motifs\u003c\/strong\u003e that create structure and symmetry\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1xqf941\" data-start=\"1495\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003eDense \u003cstrong data-start=\"1503\" data-end=\"1545\"\u003epictorial and symbolic tribal ornament\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"mkbmke\" data-start=\"1546\" data-end=\"1614\"\u003eDeep red spandrels filled with stylized floral and geometric forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"t0n3kc\" data-start=\"1615\" data-end=\"1700\"\u003eA crisp, beautifully drawn border with repeating floral rosettes and tribal accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1702\" data-end=\"1811\"\u003eThere’s a wonderful sense of rhythm to this rug.\u003cbr data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1753\"\u003eEven with the sheer amount of detail, it never feels busy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1813\" data-end=\"1922\"\u003eInstead, it feels \u003cstrong data-start=\"1831\" data-end=\"1878\"\u003ecollected, intentional, and deeply personal\u003c\/strong\u003e — like a visual language woven from memory.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1924\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1oyreqr\" data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1947\"\u003eColor \u0026amp; Palette\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1949\" data-end=\"1987\"\u003eThe palette is especially strong here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1d6xk2u\" data-start=\"1989\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1991\" data-end=\"2014\"\u003eIvory \/ cream field\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4tdgay\" data-start=\"2015\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2017\" data-end=\"2047\"\u003eRaspberry and crimson reds\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1asem54\" data-start=\"2048\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2050\" data-end=\"2090\"\u003eSaturated cobalt and deep navy blues\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4fvp43\" data-start=\"2091\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003etouches of \u003cstrong data-start=\"2104\" data-end=\"2153\"\u003esoft pink, teal, black-brown, and muted olive\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2324\"\u003eThe contrast between the ivory field and the richer surrounding tones gives the rug a bright, open presence, while the darker outlines keep everything crisp and legible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2326\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003eIt has all the warmth and personality of a tribal Persian rug, but with a surprisingly polished visual balance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2439\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"hrykuu\" data-start=\"2444\" data-end=\"2456\"\u003eCondition\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2458\" data-end=\"2517\"\u003eOne of the best things about this piece is its \u003cstrong data-start=\"2505\" data-end=\"2516\"\u003esurface\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2519\" data-end=\"2729\"\u003eUnlike many antique village rugs that come with heavy wear, this one retains a \u003cstrong data-start=\"2598\" data-end=\"2633\"\u003ebeautifully plush, healthy pile\u003c\/strong\u003e that gives it a softer and more luxurious hand than you typically see in older tribal weavings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2731\" data-end=\"2747\"\u003eCondition notes:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"e5ri3d\" data-start=\"2749\" data-end=\"2784\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2751\" data-end=\"2784\"\u003eFuller, more substantial pile\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"16k0ji1\" data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2823\"\u003eStrong overall body and presentation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1wqbhwe\" data-start=\"2824\" data-end=\"2860\"\u003eNicely preserved color and drawing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1t4zkex\" data-start=\"2861\" data-end=\"2915\"\u003eClean, attractive finish with great visual integrity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2917\" data-end=\"3079\"\u003eThat makes this a particularly versatile piece for someone who wants the soul and character of an antique rug \u003cstrong data-start=\"3027\" data-end=\"3078\"\u003ewithout sacrificing softness or visual fullness\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3081\" data-end=\"3084\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"gisunw\" data-start=\"3086\" data-end=\"3103\"\u003eWhy We Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3105\" data-end=\"3139\"\u003eThis rug works on multiple levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3141\" data-end=\"3148\"\u003eIt has:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3311\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"fn7zyb\" data-start=\"3150\" data-end=\"3198\"\u003ethe charm of a true \u003cstrong data-start=\"3172\" data-end=\"3198\"\u003etribal village weaving\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1gbz3h3\" data-start=\"3199\" data-end=\"3242\"\u003ethe complexity of a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3221\" data-end=\"3242\"\u003epictorial textile\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1nx2n4n\" data-start=\"3243\" data-end=\"3311\"\u003eand the kind of condition that makes it easy to actually live with\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3313\" data-end=\"3349\"\u003eIt feels special without being loud.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3351\" data-end=\"3563\"\u003eAnd because of the ivory field and crisp drawing, it would work beautifully in a wide range of interiors — from collected traditional spaces to cleaner, more minimal rooms that need one piece with real character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3565\" data-end=\"3568\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1qixhmv\" data-start=\"3570\" data-end=\"3583\"\u003eFinal Word\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3585\" data-end=\"3695\"\u003eThis is a wonderfully expressive \u003cstrong data-start=\"3618\" data-end=\"3640\"\u003eantique Shiraz rug\u003c\/strong\u003e with all the qualities collectors and decorators love:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3842\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"4705ol\" data-start=\"3697\" data-end=\"3733\"\u003efinely detailed symbolic drawing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1vahja8\" data-start=\"3734\" data-end=\"3768\"\u003ea beautifully open ivory field\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"14txzek\" data-start=\"3769\" data-end=\"3794\"\u003erich, saturated 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