Carpets of Montreal | Vintage Red Wool Floral Rug

Name

Semi-Antique Kāshān, circa 1960

Size in feet

10'8" x 7'2"

Size in meters

3.25 x 2.18

Pile (Fiber & Yarns)

100% Pure Wool, Natural Organic Dyes

Type of fabrication

Hand-knotted

Type of knots

Senneh (asymmetric)

Origin country

Iran

Design origin

Persian

Condition

Pre-Owned, excellent condition

SKU

k17lt06121

Price

$ 2900

Special Price

$ 950

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Sizes are approximate. Photos are not necessarily exact for color.
New rugs are of the highest quality and are handpicked overseas by the Bashir Family

Overview

Older carpets (antique or vintage) are rugs that date back to the last 100 years. Rugs that are 50 to 99 years of age are referred to as semi-antiques. They are typically crafted with hand-spun wool and eco-friendly organic dyes, which have a luminous surface, providing an illusion of depth. They have a wonderful patina and character which cannot be usually captured in a newer piece. Each antique carpet is different, as they are found in every type of home and add warmth to pristine and minimalist spaces.

Oriental & Persian carpet designs began to change at the turn of the 20^th century, as Western influence expanded across the Middle East. At the time, the native cultural designs began to lose their authenticity because their ability to maintain traditional designs diminished. As the Industrial Revolution came about, preserving traditional master craft techniques became more of a challenge.

Tips for Collectors

Antique rugs are made of natural fibers such as, wool, cotton and silk. New rugs are made from a variety of fibers including synthetic and natural fibers such as, mercerized cotton, faux silk often called "Art Silk", silk blends and artificial fibers such as, olefin.
If the rug has signs of wear but still appears to be vibrant, this is an indication of a genuine antique carpet.
For insurance purposes, you should always obtain a Certificate of Authenticity from the dealer, which should include the size, origin, age, style, materials, knot density, condition and estimated retail value.
An authentic Oriental rug will not have a brand name associated with it and it will not be hand-tufted.

A Brief History of Kashan (Kāshān)

Kashan Carpets In the Middle Ages, the town of Kashan in west central Persia was the centre of the Persian silk textile industry. A few exquisite silk carpets dating from the first half of the sixteenth century survive and are consummate examples of the sophisticated and beautifully drawn designs which were produced by the court miniaturists for carpets.

In the eighteenth century, there was little if any weaving in Kashan. It was not until the revival period that fine carpets once again began to be produced in Kashan, some woollen, some silk, and a number woven with a mixture of wool and silk. Typical designs have a central diamond-shaped medallion set in a densely patterned ground featuring arabesques often with spandrels to the corners. A few silk carpets are still produced today including a style known as 'raised silk Kashan', in which the design is woven in pile on a flatweave ground, sometimes embossed with metal. These are show pieces and not very practical.

There are two typical colour palettes of Kashan, one using a strong combination of dark reds and blues (madder and indigo); the other in more subdued pastel hues which are often referred to as 'blonde' or 'white' Kashans. To learn more about iranian rugs, visit our Persian Rugs section.

Sources and inspiration: Bérinstain, Valérie, et al. L'art du tapis dans le monde (The art of carpets in the world). Paris: Mengès, 1996. Print.; Jerrehian Jr., Aram K.A. Oriental Rug Primer. Philadelphia: Running Press, 1980. Print.; Herbert, Janice Summers. Oriental Rugs, New York: Macmillan, 1982. Print.; Hackmack, Adolf. Chinese Carpets and Rugs, Rutland and Tokyo: Tuttle, 1980. Print. ; De Moubray, Amicia, and David Black. Carpets for the home, London: Laurence King Publishing, 1999. Print.; Jacobsen, Charles. Oriental Rugs A Complete Guide, Rutland and Tokyo: Tuttle, 1962. Print.; Bashir, S. (n.d.). Personal interview.; Web site sources and dates of consultation vary (to be confirmed). Without prejudice to official usage.

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Semi-Antique Kāshān, circa 1960

A Brief History of Kashan (Kāshān)

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