Mashad Persia Medallion Red Blue 347x487 Cm

Precious Persian Mashad rug, featuring a vibrant red field and an elaborate central medallion. Rich and detailed floral decorations extend across the entire design, framed by classic borders. Made of hand-carded wool on a cotton warp, it offers high density and a soft texture.

€8,800

Discover the Mashad Persia 347x487 cm, Medallion pattern in Red Blue, Hand Knotted

Persian Mashad Rug: An Ancestral Work of Art

This magnificent rug, an authentic Persian Mashad, is a tribute to the artisanal mastery and richness of Eastern textile tradition. This piece stands out for its intense coloration, dominated by a deep red that evokes warmth and royalty, skillfully balanced by details in navy blue, cream, and subtle polychrome accents.

The heart of the design is a striking central medallion, finely adorned with stylized floral motifs, which radiates onto a field densely populated with sinuous vines, palmettes, rosettes, and lotus flowers. The borders, also richly decorated, complete the compositional harmony, presenting a succession of minor borders enclosing the main one, often with "herati" or "boteh" motifs.

The craftsmanship is excellent: made with hand-carded wool on a cotton warp, the rug boasts a knot density ranging between 160,000 and 200,000 knots/sqm, giving it exceptional robustness and a velvety texture to the touch. The thickness of 1.1 cm ensures superior comfort and durability. Possible slight color variations, known as "abrash", attest to the naturalness of the dyes and the artisanal charm of the piece.

A Mashad like this is not just a furnishing element, but a piece of Persian history and culture, capable of imbuing any environment, from classic to contemporary, with an atmosphere of elegance and sophistication.