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SKU #: KR21236
Traditional
Hand Knotted
Primary color is Red. Colors in this rug include: Navy, Ivory, Light Gold, Blue, Lime, Orange, Coral, multi.
Wool
0.5
Sarouk
Iran
Floral
Pre-Owned
Vintage in mint condition
In mint vintage condition and ready for placement, this hand knotted wool Persian Sarouk area rug from Iran offers a strong example of the floral medallion tradition that made Sarouk rugs highly admired among collectors and interior designers. The vivid red field is animated by an elegant arabesque of scrolling vines, palmettes, and open floral heads in navy, sky blue, ivory, and light gold, enriched with touches of lime green, coral, and orange for added depth. At the center, a navy medallion with a geometric inner core anchors the composition through clear four-way symmetry, while the surrounding vine scroll continues to move gracefully across the field. Open areas between the floral scrollwork reveal the warmth and subtle variation of the vegetable dyed red ground, a feature that gives vintage Sarouk wool rugs much of their enduring visual character. Traditionally woven with a medium to full wool pile on a cotton foundation, this handmade oriental rug has the density, weight, and soft texture associated with quality regional craftsmanship. Its classic Persian style design makes it a timeless choice for a living room, dining room, bedroom, or formal interior that benefits from rich color and traditional pattern.
Story Behind the Art: In the rug trade, the name Sarouk refers to rugs woven in Arak, nearby villages, and the Farahan plains of central Iran, a region widely respected for its accomplished weaving tradition. During the 19th century, Sarouk rugs frequently featured complex allover patterns, including Herati and Gul Hennai designs, usually woven with approximately 100 asymmetric knots per square inch on durable cotton foundations. By the late 1800s, drawing inspiration from the formal elegance of Tabriz carpets, local workshops began creating more structured pieces with central floral medallions and carefully balanced symmetry. This refined medallion style remained prominent until after World War I, when Sarouk weavers introduced a more open look defined by detached floral sprays placed gracefully across the field. That distinctive innovation became a signature of Sarouk design and helped the style gain lasting admiration among collectors and decorators. Today, Sarouk-inspired rugs continue to be produced in Iran, India, Romania, and Pakistan, preserving the beauty, depth, and influence of Persian artistry in traditional oriental area rugs.












