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SKU #: KR20861
Runner
Traditional
Hand Knotted
Primary color is Rusty Red. Colors in this rug include: Navy, Mint, Peach, Gold, Ivory, Multi
New Zealand Wool
0.6
Sarouk
India
New
New With Tags
Deep rusty red gives this Sarouk runner a rich, traditional foundation, while the dense floral vase pattern brings layered movement across the full surface. Rows of blossoming urns and scattered flower sprays spread through the field in mint, peach, gold, and ivory, creating a detailed Persian style rug design with strong decorative presence. Hand-knotted from New Zealand wool on a cotton foundation at a fine 200 KPSI, this wool runner has a high-sheen finish that adds depth to the red ground and enhances the surrounding pattern work. A wide navy border wraps the design with rosettes and floral medallions linked by scrolling vines, then finishes through narrower guard stripes before the red selvage edge. With its long format and formal design language, this hand-knotted runner is well suited for grand halls, formal dining rooms, long hallways, entryways, or traditional interiors that need an elegant hallway runner with texture, color, and craftsmanship. Color Note: Your rug may appear slightly different in person than it does on screen. Device displays can oversaturate color, and the pile may catch and reflect light differently depending on direction, shifting how each shade reads from one angle to another. We photograph each rug carefully and recommend watching the product video for a more accurate view before ordering. If you need help with color, we are happy to guide you. The combination of fine knot density, high-sheen wool, and classic border detail gives the piece the layered character expected from a traditional handmade runner.
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 long respected for its strong weaving heritage. During the 19th century, Sarouk rugs frequently featured intricate all-over designs such as Herati and Gul Hennai patterns, often woven with approximately 100 asymmetric knots per square inch on durable cotton foundations. By the late 1800s, influenced by the elegance of Tabriz carpets, local weavers began creating more formal compositions with central floral medallions and carefully balanced symmetry. This medallion style remained prominent until after World War I, when Sarouk artisans introduced a more open layout with graceful detached floral sprays spread across the field. This innovation became a signature of Sarouk design, admired by collectors and rug enthusiasts. Today, Sarouk-inspired rugs continue to be woven in Iran, India, Romania, and Pakistan, preserving the beauty and legacy of Persian artistry.












