Interestingly, the notion of actually placing a rug on the floor and walking on it is a relatively recent oneoriginating in europe about 300 years ago. This gorgeous antique malayer carpet from the 1920s h. The malayer or malayir rug comes from the large rug producing region south of hamadan extending into north luristan. Antique malayer rugs were created by individual weavers during the 1800s and early 1900s for the most part. Malayer town and the surrounding weaving area of about 120 villages in northwest persia constitutes its own district distinct from both hamadan to the north and saroukarak to the south. Her parents were connected with hull house, the famous settlement house established in chicago for social reform by philanthropist and social innovator jane addams. Finely woven antique persian malayer area rug having full field decoration on a tan ground with herati border. The best of these carpets are sold under their own names such as nahavand, tuiserkan, malayer or hosseinabad. Dec 19, 2011 malayer is situated northwest of the city arak, approx 90 km southeast of hamadan and about 400 km southwest of tehran.
Click to learn more about the rich history of antique malayer rugs. Click here to view our malayer rugs the small town of malayer is situated around 50 miles to the southeast of the city of hamadan although small, malayer is important due to its location on the commerce routes and can produce a large number or rugs. Persian rugs iranian antique persian rugs and carpets for sale. One of these, coming from an area known today as the city of arak, goes by the name of the mahal, or sultanabad, rug. It is possible that it was occupied by the assyrians in 1100 bce. Hamedan is believed to be among the oldest iranian cities. An illustrated lexicon of motifs, materials, and origins kindle edition by stone, peter f download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Individual weavers produced majority of antique runners and area rugs in this region in the 19th and 20th centuries. Vintage handknotted persian malayer sarouk carpet runner ebth. This rug features four central gul medallions with leaf accents in shades of rust, light blue, oatmeal, and salmon upon a blue ground. This book shows the vast range and quality of carpets woven in persia from. Guide to antique malayer rugs claremont rug company. Antique persian malayer runner with tribal style, hallway. The rugs are single wefted and range from coarse to finer than most hamadan rugs.
The pazyryk carpet is regarded as an outstanding work of scythian art. The story of carpets charts the rich history of oriental carpets, examining methods of weaving and knot tying, explaining the significance of common pattern. Antique malayer rugs were woven in the small town of malayer, located south of hamedan on the road to arak. In the 19th and 20th centuries, production in malayer and the surrounding smaller villages was almost exclusively limited to small sized rugs and runners woven by. Persian rugs persian rug guides rug origins malayer rugs. The small town of malayer is situated around 50 miles to the southeast of the city of hamadan. Chasing the history, mystery, and lore of the persian carpet. Rug buyers guide story of persian and turkish oriental rug. An illustrated lexicon of motifs, materials, and origins. More details this vintage handknotted multicolored persian bakhtiari rug from mid20th century iran features a red background and central medallion flanked by multiple ornate and intricate borders. The wool pile is often cut fairly short to accentuate the detail and clarity of the design. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading oriental rugs. Welcome to the antique rug gallery of esmaili rugs and antiques, inc. In recent production the finer qualities are labelled jozan and the less finer knotted are labelled malayer.
At the 2006 census, its population was 153,748, in 40,750 families. No matter what youre looking for or where you are in the world, our global marketplace of sellers can help you find unique and affordable options. Contains a wealth of info on rug structure which you need to understand in order to do proper repairs. The book is an absolute bargain and a stepbystep howto that is clear, concise, wellillustrated, comprehensive, durable, and even lays flat when open for ready reference. In the 19th and 20th centuries, production in malayer and the surrounding smaller villages was almost exclusively limited to small sized rugs and runners woven by individual weavers. Ali esmaili provides his customers with the most soughtafter, hardtofind antique rugs that exude exotic artistry, enthralling designs and remarkable shades of colors you never knew existed. Although malayer rugs were produced from classical persian sources, they tend to be fairly geometric and abstract in their renderings. It has a tag on the underside reading made in iran. Rug ant174922 malayer antique area rugs by safavieh.
Images in the malayer rug gallery are published with permission from auction houses, dealers. Authentic, rare antique persian malayer rugs, oriental carpets for sale in nyc. Rug buyers guide story of persian and turkish oriental. For spills and stains call matt camron rugs immediately to have the rug professional washed and spot treated at 75282666. The educational rug photogallery with malayer rugs is one of the first published sections. Various tribal motifs and rich colors can been seen throughout. More details antique handknotted wool persian malayer rug featuring two rows of geometric motifs in a dark blue field surrounded by a creamybeige border. Malayer rug origin and description guide persian rugs. Malayer rugs city of malayer in iran hand knotted malayer rugs. Here we have an antique persian malayer runner in excellent condition.
Although small, malayer is important due to its location on the commerce routes and can produce a large. Pads should always be used and replaced every 5 years. Most malayer rugs and carpets are singlewefted, resulting with white cotton warps being visible on the back of the rug. For centuries nomadic tribes produced rugs and carpets for a variety of uses and in some remote areas, traditional designs have survived well into the 20th century. A2343 persian malayer antique rug area rug collection. Alternatively, if you click a thumbnail to see the whole rug image, you can add the rug to a wish list also by using the dedicated wish list button at the bottom right of the screen. Generally they have thick construction of very good wool. For further information please contact us and our team will be pleased to assist you. History of rugs and exquisite carpets in any period, weaving carpet disease, standards. It then became one of several capital cities of the achaemenid dynasty. The triple border is equally confident in its geometric style, as it. Irans cultural heritage organization lists 207 sites of historical and cultural significance in hamadan. It has a compound border in a coordinating color scheme with one natural warp fringed end and one selvedge end. Early 20th century antique persian malayer runner 2.
The city is also said to be among the worlds oldest continuously inhabited cities. Age and origin are stated from the source without any adjustment. Hamadan is mentioned in the biblical book of ezra as the place where a scroll was found giving the jews permission from king darius to rebuild the temple in jerusalem. The deeply saturated palette and dramatic contrasts of rusts, blues and beige bring a powerful aesthetic to this excellent preserved antique persian malayer runner, circa 1910. Whether called antique persian carpets or rugs, silk persians, heriz persians, antique oriental or antique european carpets the most prized floor weavings in the world go by a variety of similar names. Hamadan carpets persian carpets carpet encyclopedia. All pieces in the collection are under the auspices of essie sakhai, one of the worlds foremost experts and. The rich story of the cultural and historical background of persian rugs is one of the most interesting in all of art history. By traveling the world, browsing local street markets and establishing relationships with overseas rug makers, mr. The color and design of malayer rugs are also incredibly unique, and the weaving technique is unusual for persian rugs. Malayer rugs antique rugs from the malayer region embody an angular northwestern style that is best defined by its diversity in style and color. This book shows the vast range and quality of carpets woven in persia.
All pieces in the collection are under the auspices of essie sakhai, one of the worlds foremost experts and collectors of fine handmade persian rugs and carpets. Find books about persian rugs and carpets in our rug book gallery. Etsy is the home to thousands of handmade, vintage, and oneofakind products and gifts related to your search. This rug features a central medallion in a palette of cream, blue and khaki over a highly decorated red field. Vintage handknotted persian malayer sarouk carpet runner. Doulatabad, also romanized as dowlatabad and daulatabad is a city and capital of malayer county, hamadan province, iran.
This rug was a major discovery and prompted more people to become interested in the history of rugs. Shop 1940s persian rugs at 1stdibs, the premier resource for antique and modern rugs and carpets from the worlds best dealers. The richness of the motifs make this antique malayer rug endlessly interesting. Persian rugs are a living history that dates back 2,500 years. The gentle waves of abrash sweep across the dramatic blue field enhancing the depth of the composition while. Hamadan, malayer, toyserkan, nahavand and assad abad with their. Malayer is situated northwest of the city arak, approx 90 km southeast of hamadan and about 400 km southwest of tehran. Beautiful handmade antique rug from the village of malayer in the city of hamadan. The location in relation to these towns is significant, since malayer rugs exhibit characteristics of both hamedan and sarouk rugs and carpets.
Claremont rug company the only oriental rug company ever honored as robb reports best of the best. Malayer is a prosperous market town and administrative center in one of the most fertile agricultural areas in northwest iran. It is handmade so please take into consideration the edges not perfectly straight. See more ideas about rugs, rugs on carpet, antique rugs. A scholarly, historical view, by a turkish professor of art history. The second largest city of the province, malayer has a reputation for rug weaving and has some popular parks. Antique malayer rugs are handwoven however, their level of originality does not end with hand craftsmanship. History of oriental rugs history of antique rugs rug.
Rug production in the 19th and 20th centuries in malayer and the surrounding smaller villages was of small rugs and runners all woven by individual weavers. These proofs have been found along the western periphery of china. The fred moheban gallery is a fine purveyor of antique rugs and carpets. Weavers of these regions borrowed techniques and patterns. In between professional cleanings, vacuum on the lowest setting when needed. Hamadan is a city situated in the western part of iran, 300 kilometres west of teheran. We understand that you want this piece to fit perfect in your space, therefore upon request we will provide you with more pictures of the rug, so feel free to ask. History of carpet and oriental rug weaving in the far east the farthest back archaeologists can find proof of pile rugs being created is the first to third centuries a. While the history of rugmaking can be dated as far back as 3,500 years ago, many of the styles popular today were conceptualized in the past few centuries. Full of history with woven tales and a masculine color palette, this antique persian rug leaves formality at the door with its raconteur vibes. Malayer region is wellknown for manufacturing fine tribal rugs. The weaving of malayer oriental rugs has a long history. A fabulous combination of two distinct weaving styles. Overall, persian rugs are among the most diverse and beautifully designed of all antique oriental rugs.
It is this single rug page that allows you to also manage, add notes and ratings as well as share with a friend as described below. Use a rug to carry things over your shoulderor as a saddlebag over a horseand you dont need a suitcase or trunk. Vintage comics vintage posters badass pulp fiction book vintage book covers vintage books vintage art pulp magazine book cover. Malayer is a city and an eponymous county located within the province of hamadan. Antique persian malayer rug antique persian malayer rug. A history by claremont rug company of antique malayer rugs, a type of village persian carpet with fine weaving and clear design, with mishin being the best. Red ground, camel borders, very good condition measures 6 6 x 4 2. Armenian history armenian culture armenian food catholic relics catholic saints catholic prayers incorruptible saints saint gregory armenia azerbaijan. This handknotted wool antique persian malayer runner features an all over geometric pattern surrounded by beige spandrels and meandering style border. Hamadan is home to many poets and cultural celebrities. The designs range from diamond or hexagon shaped medallions to allover patterns, such as the classic herati pattern. A guide to malayer rugs, the area, history, influences and types of rugs made in this area. Malayer is a city and capital of malayer county, hamadan province, iran. Hamadan carpets persian carpets carpet encyclopedia carpet.
History of oriental rug design there are many different artistic designs used in traditional oriental rugs. Jozan rugs are often called jozan sarouk or malayer sarouk in trade. Malayer rugs antique ma layer persian carpets nazmiyal. This rug was made with a knot called the ghiordes turkish knot. Toss a rug over a large object and you suddenly have a table. Antique malayer rugs add elements of nature to bathroom. Rendered in time softened colors of coffee, onyx, salmon, coral, peach, dark pink, brick red, ruby red, scarlet red, terra cotta, light gray, slate, ecru, tan, sand, sienna and beige. A vintage handknotted persian malayer sarouk carpet runner. This book shows the vast range and quality of carpets woven in persia from about 1850 to 1980. It is one of the worlds oldest cities and is mentioned under the name of ekbatana in the bible, see the book of esther. Jozan rugs are quality rugs of the sarouk type often with designs as early 20th century sarouks. Bakhtiari, senneh, malayer and qashqai, showing the vast range of carpets. At the 2016 census, its population was 676,105 in 210,775 families. History behind the armenian rug with images antique.
There is also a picture of the author of the first book about rugs written in the latin alphabet in. It is located between arak and the city of hamadan local persian rug weavers produced a spectacular array of. These rugs display uniqueness in the broad range of designs and choice of colors. The fabric of life presents a pictorial journey around persia, showing the vast range of carpets woven in persia from about 1850 to the third quarter of the 20th century. The major border displays elaborate floral, vine and bird imagery finished with rust hued selvedge and natural warp fringe. Larger and oversized rugs were usually only woven on commission by families. Hamadan has always been well known for handicrafts like leather, ceramics, and carpets.
A beautiful and durable carpet fits everywhere, the picture above shows a hamadan carpet. A malayer wool rug circa 1900 9 feet 8 inches x 5 feet 2 inches. Originating from the weaving villages of northwest persia, the persian malayer antique rug showcases distinct artistry as compared to its nearby sarouk and hamadan weaving communities. The major border displays elaborate floral, vine and bird imagery finished with rust hued. One of over 100 weaving villages scattered around in this region, malayer has a long history of rug weaving. Mesmerizing patterns in an exquisite spectrum of colors malayer rugs are woven in and around the village of malayer in northwest persia. Antique persian malayer carpet runner, long persian runner. The art of weaving dates back many centuries, and designs used in the rugs have been passed down from generation to generation, shared among neighboring tribes and groups, and changed for the tastes of new generations. They are true artistic creations, and their value reflects their artistry. The introductory essay takes the reader through the history and geography of. An antique malayer rug runner in geometric pattern. The rug had an average of 200 knots per square inch. Its location in between hamadan and sarouk played a large role in influencing the weaving techniques as well as the designs of the rugs produced in malayer and the surrounding villages.
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