{"product_id":"timeworn-persian-hamadan-malayer-boteh-runner-with-salmon-terracotta-field-l-2-5-x-4-9","title":"1014 | Timeworn Persian Hamadan–Malayer Boteh Runner with Salmon Terracotta Field | 2.5 x 4.9","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"86\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"9\"\u003eName:\u003c\/strong\u003e Timeworn Persian Hamadan–Malayer Boteh Runner with Salmon Terracotta Field\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"109\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"88\" data-end=\"97\"\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.5 x 4.9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"154\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"111\" data-end=\"119\"\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage \/ Early–Mid 20th Century\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"222\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"165\"\u003ePile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low wool pile with authentic age patina and visible wear\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"224\" data-end=\"227\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"dyaqz2\" data-start=\"229\" data-end=\"246\"\u003eAbout This Rug\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"248\" data-end=\"424\"\u003eThis \u003cstrong data-start=\"253\" data-end=\"292\"\u003eAged Persian Hamadan–Malayer runner\u003c\/strong\u003e has that unmistakable \u003cstrong data-start=\"315\" data-end=\"342\"\u003evillage-woven character\u003c\/strong\u003e collectors love — rhythmic design, mellowed color, and honest time-earned patina.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"426\" data-end=\"783\"\u003eThe field carries a \u003cstrong data-start=\"446\" data-end=\"482\"\u003erepeating all-over boteh pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e — the iconic Persian paisley or teardrop motif often associated with \u003cstrong data-start=\"552\" data-end=\"590\"\u003egrowth, life, and the cypress tree\u003c\/strong\u003e. These boteh shapes move across the rug in \u003cstrong data-start=\"634\" data-end=\"649\"\u003eoffset rows\u003c\/strong\u003e, organized inside a subtle \u003cstrong data-start=\"677\" data-end=\"723\"\u003ediamond lattice grid outlined in soft blue\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a steady visual rhythm across the entire surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"785\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eInside each lattice cell are \u003cstrong data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"848\"\u003esmall stylized botanical forms\u003c\/strong\u003e — geometric star-like clusters and leaf motifs — that add complexity and texture to the design while maintaining the strong village aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1375\"\u003eThe color palette is beautifully aged. The field shows a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1050\" data-end=\"1094\"\u003emuted salmon-pink to terracotta red tone\u003c\/strong\u003e, softened over time with natural \u003cstrong data-start=\"1128\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003eabrash variation\u003c\/strong\u003e where the hand-dyed wool shifts slightly in shade. Throughout the design you’ll see accents of \u003cstrong data-start=\"1244\" data-end=\"1304\"\u003edeep blue, sage green, ivory, black, and touches of pink\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a palette that feels warm, earthy, and unmistakably Persian.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1377\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eFraming the field is a \u003cstrong data-start=\"1400\" data-end=\"1427\"\u003enarrow geometric border\u003c\/strong\u003e, simple and balanced, allowing the lively boteh pattern to remain the focal point. The rug finishes with \u003cstrong data-start=\"1533\" data-end=\"1569\"\u003ewhite cotton fringe at both ends\u003c\/strong\u003e, typical of traditional village construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eThe central field shows \u003cstrong data-start=\"1641\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003ehonest wear from decades of use\u003c\/strong\u003e, where the pile has softened and lightened slightly — exactly what you expect from a rug that has truly lived. Many collectors actually seek out this natural wear because it gives the piece its \u003cstrong data-start=\"1871\" data-end=\"1911\"\u003eauthentic vintage character and soul\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1914\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003eBottom line: \u003cstrong data-start=\"1927\" data-end=\"1994\"\u003ea beautifully aged village runner with timeless Persian rhythm.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1996\" data-end=\"1999\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"1d0lkqy\" data-start=\"2001\" data-end=\"2017\"\u003eThe Real Deal\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2019\" data-end=\"2246\"\u003eRugs like this were commonly woven in the \u003cstrong data-start=\"2061\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003eHamadan weaving district of western Iran\u003c\/strong\u003e, especially in villages around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2137\" data-end=\"2148\"\u003eMalayer\u003c\/strong\u003e, where artisans produced durable everyday carpets with repeating all-over patterns like this one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2248\" data-end=\"2535\"\u003eMalayer rugs are known for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"2281\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003eboteh motifs, geometric lattice layouts, and balanced village color palettes\u003c\/strong\u003e, blending tribal structure with softer Persian decorative traditions. Many were woven in practical runner formats just like this one, perfect for hallways and narrow spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2537\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003eThis rug is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2549\" data-end=\"2593\"\u003ehand-knotted wool on a cotton foundation\u003c\/strong\u003e, a hallmark of durable Hamadan village construction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2648\" data-end=\"2736\"\u003eLike all the rugs we carry, it is \u003cstrong data-start=\"2682\" data-end=\"2735\"\u003eauthentic, handmade, and completely one-of-a-kind\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2741\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"s1o1x1\" data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2761\"\u003eCondition Notes\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2763\" data-end=\"2898\"\u003eThis is a genuine \u003cstrong data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2809\"\u003evintage handmade textile\u003c\/strong\u003e showing \u003cstrong data-start=\"2818\" data-end=\"2865\"\u003enatural fading and wear in the center field\u003c\/strong\u003e, consistent with decades of use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2900\" data-end=\"3003\"\u003eThe structure and borders remain solid, and the wear contributes to the rug’s authentic vintage appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3005\" data-end=\"3049\"\u003eTranslation: \u003cstrong data-start=\"3018\" data-end=\"3049\"\u003ethat’s history, not damage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3051\" data-end=\"3054\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"n6ma9p\" data-start=\"3056\" data-end=\"3070\"\u003eRug Pad Tip\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3072\" data-end=\"3280\"\u003eWe always recommend using a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3100\" data-end=\"3135\"\u003ehigh-quality custom-cut rug pad\u003c\/strong\u003e designed specifically for hand-knotted rugs. A good pad protects the foundation, adds stability underfoot, and helps extend the life of the rug.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"3282\" data-end=\"3285\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-section-id=\"19fys04\" data-start=\"3287\" data-end=\"3310\"\u003eA Little Perspective\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3312\" data-end=\"3353\"\u003eRugs like this weren’t made in factories.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3355\" data-end=\"3481\"\u003eThey were woven \u003cstrong data-start=\"3371\" data-end=\"3404\"\u003eknot by knot on village looms\u003c\/strong\u003e, often by artisans working from memory and generations of weaving tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3483\" data-end=\"3578\"\u003eWho first owned it? Which hallway did it live in? How many footsteps crossed it over the years?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3580\" data-end=\"3664\"\u003eWe may never know the full story — and honestly, that mystery is part of the beauty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3666\" data-end=\"3830\"\u003eAt \u003cstrong data-start=\"3669\" data-end=\"3680\"\u003eRugsnob\u003c\/strong\u003e, we hunt down the good ones — the rugs with real soul, real craftsmanship, and real presence — and pass them along to people who know the difference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"3832\" data-end=\"3934\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eBecause once you’ve lived with a rug like this, \u003cstrong data-start=\"3880\" data-end=\"3934\" data-is-last-node=\"\"\u003ethe mass-produced stuff just doesn’t hit the same.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rug Snob","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48063886459128,"sku":null,"price":595.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0712\/5978\/3416\/files\/1014.1.jpg?v=1772981109","url":"https:\/\/www.rugsnob.com\/products\/timeworn-persian-hamadan-malayer-boteh-runner-with-salmon-terracotta-field-l-2-5-x-4-9","provider":"RUGSNOB","version":"1.0","type":"link"}