Vintage Persian Qum Rug, 03'07 X 04'10

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79791 Vintage Persian Qum Rug, 03'07 x 04'10.

The Imperial Garden: A Vintage Persian Qum Masterpiece of Silk Floral Splendor

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The Imperial Garden: A Vintage Persian Qum Masterpiece of Silk Floral Splendor

This hand-knotted silk vintage Persian Qum rug embodies the cultivated refinement for which Qum’s celebrated workshops became renowned during the twentieth century. A luminous ivory field presents a meticulously detailed garden composition anchored by a sumptuous black lobed medallion, its saturated jewel tones heightened by silk’s distinctive luster. Crimson, celadon, light blue, and pink unfold across the surface with remarkable precision, creating an object of prestige intended for collectors who appreciate virtuoso craftsmanship and intricate Persian design.

The commanding central medallion is arranged around a radiant rosette, surrounded by concentric blossoms, palmettes, and curling foliage. Roses traditionally convey passion and mystery, while lotus-inspired flowers carry associations with rebirth and immortality; peonies signify power, and leaves evoke endless regeneration. Smaller pendant medallions extend along the vertical axis, establishing an elegant sense of procession. The exceptional composition transforms the classical Persian garden into a symbolic realm of abundance, continuity, and cultivated beauty.

Among the most captivating details are the paired birds poised throughout the flowering field, their bodies rendered in warm amber and russet tones amid scrolling branches. In Persian carpet symbolism, birds have long carried associations with faith and the spiritual realm, while their placement within flowering vegetation evokes the timeless image of a paradisiacal garden. Delicate blossoms, tulip-like forms signifying prosperity, and luxuriant vines surround them, turning the ivory ground into an intimate vision of nature ordered through artistry.

Deep red corner spandrels provide a regal architectural counterpoint, while the imposing black botanical border displays repeating palmettes, rosettes, leaves, and undulating tendrils. Multiple miniature floral meander guard borders create a finely articulated succession of frames, drawing the eye inward toward the medallion. With its sophisticated pictorial symbolism, opulent silk surface, and meticulous ornamentation, this stunning Qum possesses the presence of an exquisite work of art—an extraordinary masterpiece of heritage, discernment, and enduring luxury.

Abrash.
Hand knotted silk.
Measures: 03'07 x 04'10.
Pile Height: 0.23 of an inch.
Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century. See less