Rare Persian Malayer Runner Rug 4x16 – Navy and Red, Hand-Knotted Wool Antique Carpet, Paisley Border
About this Malayer Rug This antique Persian Malayer runner, measuring approximately 4x16, is a striking example of early 20th-century craftsmanship. The elongated composition features a bold series of stylized medallions running through a navy field, framed by a saturated red border lined with intricate paisley motifs and stylized vine scrolls. Flanking geometric corner elements and floral abstractions lend a tribal elegance, while the varied spacing and asymmetry of the design hint at the weaver’s artistic improvisation. A beautiful fit for hallways, gallery spaces, or long entryways, this rug brings with it not only bold contrast but also the soul of an era. About Malayer Rugs Woven in northwestern Persia, Malayer rugs are celebrated for their individuality and artistic variation. Unlike the more standardized urban carpets, Malayer weavings are often village-made, allowing for expressive freedom in their motifs, layouts, and scale. These rugs commonly feature latticework medallion