3 x 5 Vintage Persian Silk Qum Rug 78218

78218 Vintage Persian Silk Qum Silk Rug, 03'01 x 05'01.

In the weaving tradition of the ancient city of Qum, where craftsmanship is steeped in a history that dates back to the early 20th century, emerges a masterpiece of stately decadence and timeless allure. Behold this meticulously hand-knotted vintage Persian silk Qum rug, a testament to the artistry that has flourished in this renowned Persian pilgrimage city.

Woven with a legacy that traces its roots to the 1930s when rug merchants from Kashan transported their looms to the oasis of Qum, this rug embraces a rich heritage. The midnight field serves as a canvas for an intricate floral design, a homage to the borrowed motifs from the finest Persian carpets, and other weaving centers that found a new home in Qum. The central medallion, adorned with palmette medallions, anchors the composition, while an allover pattern unfolds—a dance of lotus, blooming palmettes, curved sickle leaves, lilies, blossoms, peonies, stylized florals, and foliage intertwining with swirling arabesque vines.

Elaborate corner spandrels on a tan backdrop pay homage to the city's classical design repertory, echoing the motifs within the field and outlined with tiny pearl trim. The ornate palmette border, encased in floral meander guard borders and subsidiary crows feet guard bands, frames this opulent creation. The rug, adorned in bold earth-tone colors, exudes a decadent beauty that transcends time, offering an answer to those seeking elevated traditional furnishings.

This vintage floral Qum rug, a harmonious blend of history and craftsmanship, invites you to own a piece of the past, a timeless work of art that defies replication. As you grace your space with this rug, you not only embrace the luxurious beauty it offers but become a custodian of a cultural legacy that has endured for decades.

• Rendered in variegated shades of black, tan, orange, beige, pale ice blue, sand and persimmon with other accent colors. 
• Abrash.
• Hand knotted silk.
• Made in Iran.
• Measures: 03'01 x 05'01.
• Date: 1970s. Late 20th Century