Gerda - 7'5" x 10'11"

$2,450.00

Vintage Distressed Persian Tabriz

7'5" x 10'11" | 225 cm x 332 cm

OVERVIEW

This 1950s Persian Tabriz rug demonstrates how natural distressing transforms classical medallion compositions into something altogether more painterly and contemporary. Hand-knotted wool displays the traditional medallion-and-corner structure enriched with fine floral sprays and arabesques, yet decades of wear have created softened contrasts that lend timeworn elegance. The balance between refined structure and authentic patina makes this piece equally suited to traditional or modern interiors seeking understated character.

COLORS & DETAILS

Taupe establishes the foundation with sophisticated neutrality that creates perfect grounding for the layered patterns. Faded gold appears in the muted ground, providing warmth that prevents the cooler tones from dominating, while a dark slate medallion creates dramatic focal presence against the lighter field. Ivory highlights brighten key motifs throughout, and natural, worn areas lighten the overall palette, creating the painterly effect that defines this exceptional piece.

PHOTOGRAPHY NOTE

Our commitment to authentic representation guides every image. Studio lighting captures the rug's true essence, while showroom photographs in natural sunlight may display warmer undertones. Each piece appears exactly as it exists, without digital manipulation or enhancement.

CONDITION

This vintage piece has been professionally cleaned to preserve its distinctive character while ensuring its beauty for years to come. We recommend allowing your rug some air and sunlight for a few hours after delivery, as the organic wool benefits from breathing in its new environment before settling into place.

SHIPPING & ASSISTANCE

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Vintage Distressed Persian Tabriz

7'5" x 10'11" | 225 cm x 332 cm

OVERVIEW

This 1950s Persian Tabriz rug demonstrates how natural distressing transforms classical medallion compositions into something altogether more painterly and contemporary. Hand-knotted wool displays the traditional medallion-and-corner structure enriched with fine floral sprays and arabesques, yet decades of wear have created softened contrasts that lend timeworn elegance. The balance between refined structure and authentic patina makes this piece equally suited to traditional or modern interiors seeking understated character.

COLORS & DETAILS

Taupe establishes the foundation with sophisticated neutrality that creates perfect grounding for the layered patterns. Faded gold appears in the muted ground, providing warmth that prevents the cooler tones from dominating, while a dark slate medallion creates dramatic focal presence against the lighter field. Ivory highlights brighten key motifs throughout, and natural, worn areas lighten the overall palette, creating the painterly effect that defines this exceptional piece.

PHOTOGRAPHY NOTE

Our commitment to authentic representation guides every image. Studio lighting captures the rug's true essence, while showroom photographs in natural sunlight may display warmer undertones. Each piece appears exactly as it exists, without digital manipulation or enhancement.

CONDITION

This vintage piece has been professionally cleaned to preserve its distinctive character while ensuring its beauty for years to come. We recommend allowing your rug some air and sunlight for a few hours after delivery, as the organic wool benefits from breathing in its new environment before settling into place.

SHIPPING & ASSISTANCE

This item ships within 2-4 business days. For more information, check out our Shipping & Returns page.

Are you looking for a specific-sized rug? Let us know!

Questions? Check our FAQ page.

Heritage and Craftsmanship

Tabriz weavers developed exceptional skill in creating medallion-and-corner compositions that balanced formal structure with flowing organic elements. The tradition of enriching these frameworks with fine floral sprays and arabesques required both technical precision and artistic sensitivity, particularly when working at scales that demanded careful planning to maintain design continuity and visual harmony.

Design Elements

The classic medallion-and-corner structure provides elegant architectural framework while fine floral sprays and arabesques spread across the field with organic grace. The distressed surface reveals natural abrash and softened contrasts that create painterly effects where individual elements merge into larger artistic movements. This transformation through authentic aging demonstrates how genuine vintage pieces achieve character that manufactured distressing cannot replicate.

Placement

At 7'5" x 10'11", this rug works beautifully in living rooms, dining areas, or bedrooms where its substantial yet manageable proportions can anchor furniture arrangements while providing sophisticated neutral foundation. The taupe and faded gold palette with slate and ivory accents creates remarkable versatility that enhances both refined traditional and modern interiors seeking understated elegance.

Care Recommendations

To preserve the rug's beauty:

  • Rotate periodically for even wear

  • Vacuum regularly using a suction-only setting

  • Address spills immediately by blotting, never rubbing

  • Professional cleaning recommended annually

  • Avoid direct sunlight to maintain color integrity

This rug exemplifies how authentic distressing transforms Persian weaving into timeless art, where traditional patterns achieve contemporary relevance through the natural patina that only genuine age and use can provide. Its timeworn elegance continues to enhance modern interiors with sophisticated restraint that bridges cultural heritage with current aesthetic sensibilities.