Srab - Runner - 340 cm - 88 cm - Antique - Serab Rug

This Persian Serab runner from the period around 1930 exemplifies the mastery of traditional village and tribal weaving art. It is handwoven from plant-dyed wool.

The runner rug displays a characteristic, symmetrical sequence of large geometric medallions on a light, ivory-colored ground.

The bold reds, dark blues and natural tones, together with the intricate border, give the rug its distinctive traditional character.

Details:

* Age: ca. 1890–1930
* Origin/Style: Sarab, Northwest Iran
* Size: approx. 88 × 340 cm, 3 m 40 cm in length
* Construction: hand-knotted
* Condition: overall very good for its age; the images are part of the description and show the altered areas at the edge
* Fringes and warp threads: light, fine threads; material, according to the owner, wool or cotton
* Signs of aging and use may be present and are part of the character of an antique rug.