Original price was: $4,200.$3,200Current price is: $3,200.
How to break up the space, “horror vacui” as the Italians say.
When we were last there, in 2018, we visited the mausoleum of the Biblical figures Esther and Mordechai who had escaped from the Babylonians over the wild mountain corridors of the Zagros range, where this Persian Bakhtiari Rug originates. It is a resounding call of tradition, a masterpiece of texture and tone that reflects the life and movement of the Bakhtiari tribe. Proudly offered by The Rug Shop, this rug is a perfect embodiment of strength and artistry, built to last yet yet impishly agile.
The Bakhtiari tribe/nation of the Zagros Mountains celebrate craftsmanship and enduring strength. This rug is thickly knotted of robust sheep wool, its dense pile designed for a lifetime of use. The dyes—both vegetal and mineral—combine in strong contrasts to create a visual impact that is unmistakably Persian and unmistakably powerful.
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Your rug will be shipped within 1-3 business days and should arrive within 3-5 business days from the ship date. Multiple items within the same order may not arrive together.
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Returns are accepted within 30 days of delivery. Please contact us as soon as possible if you are considering a return. Buyer is responsible for return postage cost. Any returns must be unused and in original of when purchased.
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The name Bakhtiari is tied to a tribal confederation known for its semi-nomadic life, seasonal migration, and fierce independence. The rugs carry this spirit. They are bold and unapologetic, with patterns that reflect a tribal memory not shaped by textbooks but by time, weather, and soil. Many feature garden layouts, panelled fields, and stylised flora, symbolising paradise, survival, and the sacred order of nature.
The tertiary hues like the earthen browns are the result of mixed vegetable dyes, extracted from roots, bark, and flower heads. These tones are chosen for a chromatic harmony that feels bold without being brash, like the landscape itself.
Though new rugs are still being made in the Bakhtiari style, older examples from the mid to late twentieth century offer a particular richness. The wool quality is often higher, and the dyes more varied, reflecting a time before synthetic shortcuts became widespread. The Rug Shop seeks out those examples where the traditions have not been diluted, where every knot speaks with confidence.
Can I get the same rug in a different size?
Each of our rugs is an individual, hand made work of art because of that it is not possible for us to have duplicates in different sizes.
How are your rugs made?
All of our rugs are 100% Handmade on a loom. We have created a close relationship with all of the craftspeople who make our rugs which allows us to get the highest quality rugs directly from the people who made them.
Are your rugs new/used?
We offer a variety of both new and used Persian rugs from many areas including Persia, Turkey, and Morocco see below for more info on locations.
NEW: We support over 30 families in Afghanistan who produce the highest quality Persian rugs.
OLD ANTIQUE VINTAGE: We source our used rugs from village and tribal families at source. As well as attend worldwide auctions. We have formed relationships with Persian rug collectors that allow us to get incredible pieces that are not normally on the market.
Can I try before i buy?
We have a “try before you buy” system for approved customers.
Where are your rugs from?
Afghanistan, Persia, Pakistan, Turkey, Azerbaijan, Morocco etc.
