Teheran

This exceptional antique Tehran rug from Persia belongs to the rare category of refined city carpets created not merely as floor coverings but as woven works of art. Knotted around 1900 and measuring 223 × 148 cm, this masterpiece presents one of the most poetic and technically demanding themes in Persian carpet weaving: the Tree of Life. Tree of Life carpets are among the most celebrated compositions in Persian textile art and combine symbolism, storytelling and extraordinary craftsmanship. Within Persian weaving traditions, the Tree of Life represents growth, continuity, paradise and the connection between earthly and spiritual worlds. Birds, blossoms and animal motifs frequently appear to reinforce themes of abundance and harmony. This particularly elegant example unfolds through a tall, balanced composition dominated by a majestic tree whose branches fill the field with extraordinary movement and detail. Hidden among the blossoms are colourful birds that bring animation and narrative richness to the composition. The result feels remarkably close to Persian miniature painting translated into wool. The luminous ivory field creates exceptional contrast and allows every floral and animal detail to stand out with clarity and elegance. The richly decorated border frames the central scene like an illuminated manuscript. Hand knotted in the finest kork wool on a cotton foundation, this rug demonstrates both technical mastery and material excellence. Kork wool refers to premium wool traditionally taken from the soft neck area of the sheep and reserved for finer Persian workshop carpets. Tehran workshop carpets are admired for their carefully planned compositions, refined drawing and exceptional precision, characteristics that distinguish them from more rustic village production. Offered in very good condition, this antique Persian Tehran is equally suitable as an investment piece, collector’s rug or an expressive statement object in contemporary and classical interiors alike. Its dimensions make it ideal for a reception room, living area, study or even as a large textile artwork displayed vertically. Using Teppichportal.ch’s Augmented Reality function, the rug can be visualised directly inside the room before making a decision.