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SKU #: KR21201
Traditional
Hand Knotted
Primary color is Navy. Colors in this rug include: Brown, Ivory, Turquoise, Coral, Blush, Multi .
Wool
0.5
Hamadan
Iran
Geometric
Pre-Owned
Vintage in excellent condition. no low pile or stain or damage. Professionally cleaned and restored ready to use.
Hand-knotted in the Hamadan region of northwestern Iran, this wool runner follows a classic tribal format where four large hexagonal medallions are stacked vertically along the full length of the piece, each one drawn in navy with geometric interior patterning in ivory, coral, and teal against a warm brown and red field. The medallions alternate between those with ivory centers and those with deeper red and navy cores, creating a rhythm down the length of the runner. Small geometric filler motifs in red, teal, and brown occupy the spaces between each medallion, filling the field with detail that is characteristic of Hamadan village work. The ivory border carries a repeat of geometric floral units in navy, coral, and teal, and the inner and outer guards add stepped geometric detail that reinforces the tribal character of the whole piece. Vegetable dyes account for the depth of the navy and the warmth of the brown ground, tones that have aged together over decades into the kind of color harmony that defines genuinely old Persian work. Vintage and in excellent condition with no low pile, staining, or damage, it has been professionally cleaned and restored and is completely ready to use. This handmade runner rug also works as a hallway runner, entryway accent, or narrow living room rug, adding soft texture, durable construction, and timeless design to the space.
Story Behind the Art: Hamedan rugs come from the ancient city of Hamedan in western Iran, one of the country’s oldest and most productive weaving centers, and they are best known for remarkable durability. They may not show the delicate refinement of Kerman patterns, the fine knotting associated with Kashan, or the wide inventive range of Tabriz, yet they are among the most hard-wearing Persian rugs ever produced. This strength comes from coarse, resilient local wool, which creates a thick, deep pile suited for years of practical use. In style, Hamedan rugs are identified by bold central or multiple medallions, angular tendrils, stylized motifs, and sometimes animal figures. Though more straightforward than some other Persian traditions, their handmade designs possess a raw, primitive strength, where geometric and stylized forms create a powerful, enduring aesthetic for traditional interiors. Their sturdy character makes them especially practical as living room rugs, dining room rugs, and hallway runners.








