Princeps 6'9" x 4'6"

SIZE: 6.9 X 4.6 FT.

ORIGIN: SAROUK FARAHAN PERSIA

CIRCA: 1930s

MATERIAL: PURE WOOL

This antique Persian Sarouk Farahan rug is a prime example of one of the most admired weaving traditions of 19th-century Persia. It blends the delicate refinement of Farahan designs with the luxurious wool and floral artistry associated with Sarouk craftsmanship.

Sarouk Farahan rugs stand out for their fine knotting, high-quality wool, and glowing natural dyes. This rug showcases a sophisticated central medallion with intricate floral and palmette details, floating on a deep navy field densely filled with finely interwoven floral sprays, leafy tendrils, and vine scrolls. The medallion's layered terracotta reds, soft blues, ivory, and greens are balanced by elegant corner spandrels that echo the medallion's design, creating perfect visual symmetry.

What marks this piece as Sarouk Farahan is the harmonious combination of graceful, curvilinear floral patterns (more typical of Sarouk) with the tightly structured, finely drawn detailing and balanced geometric layouts characteristic of Farahan weaving. The borders feature a striking "turtle" palmette and vine scroll pattern on a soft blue ground, framed by narrow floral meander guards, adding richness and definition to the overall design.

Sarouk Farahan rugs were highly prized in the 19th century for export to European and American markets due to their exceptional craftsmanship, durability, and refined artistry. Today, they are among the most collectable antique Persian rugs, valued for their elegant drawing, subtle colour balance, and soft, luminous pile.

Discover the craftsmanship of our authentic vintage and antique rugs. They are meticulously hand-knotted using only the finest natural materials, including pure wool, silk and cotton, creating exceptional art pieces.

Our rugs and carpets are professionally cleaned to preserve their timeless appeal, ensuring that these exceptional hand-knotted pieces with a rich history remain pristine. Our expert restoration workshops professionally repair and secure the fringes, guaranteeing many more years of enjoyment. We recommend using a rug pad with a grip back to keep your rug in place, smooth out any shipping wrinkles, and protect it from deterioration to enhance durability and longevity.

Our product photography expertly captures the naturalistic colours of our rugs and carpets using gentle natural light. The colours can contrast depending on your device.

Before shipping, every rug undergoes a meticulous stretching process to guarantee it arrives straight and flat. Due to the rug's one-of-a-kind and handmade nature, vintage and antique rugs may display slight variations.