Bakhtiari / 19213

This Bakhtiari antique rug measures 8' 8" x 12' 9" and presents a lively garden composition rendered in wool. A golden field supports branching vines, flowering stems, and compact floral devices, all held within a dark, ornamented border that adds contrast and depth. The palette balances brown, gold, and neutral tones with quieter notes of teal, blue, and muted red, giving the surface a nuanced, weathered warmth. Circa 1900 - 1935, it carries the layered rhythm and formal density associated with Bakhtiari weaving, while low distress preserves the clarity of its drawing and the softness of its aged hand.