8 x 11 Antique Persian Joshegan Rug 60851

60851 Distressed Antique Persian Joshegan Rug with Rustic Arts & Crafts Style 07'09 x 11'03. With ornate details and a lovingly time-worn composition, this hand knotted wool distressed antique Persian Joshegan rug is poised to impress. The abrashed taupe field features an all-over Herati pattern surrounded a complementary stepped lozenge medallion in the center. The corner spandrels display three fragments of the Herati pattern with stepped edges. The Classic Herati pattern, also known as the Mahi or Fish pattern, is amongst the most widespread and well known of all Persian designs, consisting of a flower centered in a diamond accompanied by curving lanceolate leaves that resemble fish. The Herati motif is widely used in Iran and believed to represent the small fishes come up just beneath the surface of the water to swim in the full moon’s reflection. It is enclosed with a lozenge and boteh border flanked with an inner and outer meander guard band. With its timeless design and understated elegance, this antique Persian rug would bring a sense of nostalgic charm to nearly any interior. Perfect for a living room, front room, dining room, wine cellar, conservatory, royal suite, executive suite, bedroom, private library, state room, great room, private Chambers, drawing room, billiards room, trophy room, man cave, game room, music room, sunroom, masters retreat, formal vestibule, or hotel lobby. Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Amish, Shaker, Puritan, British Colonial, Monochromatic Mission, International, Organic Modern, Spanish Colonial, Russian Dacha Home Style, Flemish, Transitional, Scandinavian Modern, Nordic, Danish Design, Swedish Farmhouse, Shabby Chic, Southern Living, American Colonial, Rustic, Industrial, Artisan, Lodge, Cabin, Urban, Loft, Eclectic, Modernist, Chippendale, Craftsman, Bungalow, Traditional, Modern, Contemporary. Bespeaking age and history, this antique Persian rug is the perfect complement to interiors with similar richness and rustic vibes including natural wood furnished chalets, estates, cottages, and mountainside abodes as found in Colorado, Lake Tahoe, or the Adirondacks. Rendered in variegated shades of taupe, rose, pink, brown, coffee, greige, gray, mushroom, faded blue, and pashmina with other accent colors. Distressed. Desirable Age Wear. Antique Wash. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Iran. Measures: 07'09 x 11'03.