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Antique Isfahan Rug
212 × 140 cm · c. 120–130 Years
A rare antique Isfahan rug, roughly 120–130 years old — a hand-knotted masterpiece of Persian carpet art from the turn of the century, an authentic collector’s piece with an incomparable patina.
A Rare Antique Collector’s Piece
A rug is considered antique when it is more than 100 years old. This example, dating to the turn of the twentieth century, is a sustainable, pre-owned treasure made without any new materials — an investment in a piece of cultural heritage with a depth of patina that only a century of life can give. It is offered in good condition, freshly washed and restored.
Design & Origin — The Ahmad Workshop
Woven in the renowned “Ahmad” workshop in Isfahan, Iran, this rug captivates with a classic, timeless pattern. A finely drawn field of floral arabesques is framed by elegant borders, and the harmonious palette of beige, red, rose and blue underlines the refinement of this one-of-a-kind piece. Isfahan has been one of the great centres of Persian weaving for centuries, and this antique example carries that pedigree.
Wool & Craftsmanship
The rug combines traditional materials for longevity and a pleasant hand: a pile of high-quality wool over a hard-wearing cotton foundation. The pile is finely and thinly knotted at roughly 0.5 cm, giving a robust structure that remains comfortable underfoot — the hallmark of a finely worked city rug.
Colour
A soft beige ground sets off the dense floral drawing, with accents of red, rose and blue running through the field and borders. The colours have mellowed gracefully over more than a century, giving the rug a warm, collected depth that pairs beautifully with both classic and contemporary interiors.
Presence in the Room
At 212 × 140 cm (2.97 m²) this is a versatile medium-size rug — a true 5 × 7 ft format:
- Living room: a refined centrepiece in front of a sofa or beneath a coffee table.
- Bedroom: a warm, characterful surface beside the bed.
- Study or dining room: a collector’s rug that brings history to a refined space.
Specifications
| Size | 212 × 140 cm (5 × 7 ft) · 2.97 m² |
| Origin | Isfahan, Iran — Ahmad workshop |
| Age | 120–130 years (antique) |
| Technique | Hand-knotted, one of a kind |
| Pile material | 100% wool |
| Foundation | 100% cotton |
| Pile height | approx. 0.5 cm |
| Condition | Good — freshly washed and restored |
| Colours | Beige, red, rose and blue |
| Underfloor heating | Suitable |
Responsible Origin · Label STEP
As an antique, pre-owned rug this is a naturally sustainable choice — wool is a renewable fibre and no new resources were used to make it. Djoharian is a certified partner of Label STEP, the international fair-trade organisation for hand-knotted rugs.
Djoharian — Since 1967
Our family business was founded in 1967, with roots in the Grand Carpet Bazaar of Tehran — more than five decades of trade and connoisseurship. Djoharian has been a Recognized Dealer on 1stDibs since 2013, and one of our rugs featured as a prop in the film Spencer (2021). Every antique piece is chosen with a collector’s eye and offered with full confidence in its authenticity.
Service
Every piece is expertly inspected in our atelier in Lohr am Main and shipped with a certificate of authenticity. Secure and fast worldwide shipping, fully insured, with personal consultation in our showroom or by video call.
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