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SKU #: KR21207
Traditional
Pictorial
Hand Knotted
Primary color is Rust. Colors in this rug include: Tan, Turquoise, Navy, Blush, Gold, Ivory, Multi.
Wool
0.5
Bakhtiari
Iran
Pre-Owned
Vintage in excellent condition.Professionally cleaned and restored ready to use.
Vintage and in excellent condition, this hand-knotted Bakhtiari wool runner from western Iran comes to market professionally cleaned, restored, and completely ready to use, which puts it in a category that genuinely narrows the field for buyers looking for a long piece they can lay down immediately. The entire rust red field is covered in a repeating all-over pattern of geometric tribal forms in navy, tan, gold, turquoise, and blush, with stylized pictorial elements including abstracted animal and human figures woven into the repeat, a characteristic of Bakhtiari tribal work that gives the design a folk art quality distinct from the more formal city rug traditions. The pattern runs consistently across the full length of the runner with no central medallion interrupting it, so the composition holds equally well from any viewing angle and at any point along its length. A tan and navy border carries a complementary geometric repeat that frames the field cleanly on both sides without competing with the busy interior. Vegetable dyes give the rust ground and navy accents a warmth and depth that has settled evenly across the piece over decades of age. 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: Bakhtiari rugs, handwoven by the Bakhtiari tribes of western Iran, are valued for strength, vivid artistry, and meaningful cultural expression. Made from resilient wool produced within the tribal tradition, these handmade rugs are recognized for robust construction, generous pile, and lasting durability. Their most famous design is the khesti, or garden pattern, in which the field is divided into individual panels filled with trees, flowers, birds, and other motifs that recall the beauty of a Persian garden. Other versions feature bold central medallions and geometric designs, often rendered in deep reds, indigos, ivory, and earthy greens. With a striking presence rooted in tradition, Bakhtiari rugs combine tribal character with classical Persian elegance, making them prized decorative pieces, collectible works of art, and timeless home décor accents.






