🌹 Small Masterpiece of Persia — Antique 1900s Persian Paisley Hand-Knotted Rug

The paisley motif — derived from the Boteh, an ancient Persian symbol variously interpreted as a leaf, a teardrop, a flame, or a bent cypress tree — is one of the oldest and most persistent design elements in the history of Persian rug weaving. For centuries, the Boteh has been woven into rugs, shawls, and textiles across Persia and Kashmir as a symbol of eternity, water, and the creative force of nature. This antique 1900s Persian rug, hand-knotted from natural wool, brings the Boteh paisley tradition to life in a rich palette of deep red and black that carries all the warmth and character of more than a century of age. 🌿

🧵 Hand-Knotted in Persia — Early 1900s

Crafted entirely by hand from natural wool using the traditional Persian knotting technique, this rug was made in the early 20th century when Persian rug production was still firmly rooted in hand-dyeing and traditional design vocabularies. The natural dyes continue to carry remarkable depth and vibrancy — a testament to the quality of the dye materials and the skill of the dyers. Every knot was tied by hand. ✨

🎨 Boteh Paisley Design in Deep Red and Black

The design features the classic Boteh paisley motif rendered in the characteristically Persian manner — a field of repeating Boteh forms in deep red against a dark ground, framed by multiple border bands in the Persian tradition. The natural dye colors carry the particular saturated depth that only plant-based pigments achieve. The overall effect is at once ancient in spirit and endlessly vivid. 🔴

📐 Small Format — Ideal for Display

Measuring 3 feet 8 inches by 5 feet 1 inch, this rug is ideal for display as wall textile art, an accent piece, a tabletop display, or a small-space floor accent. Small-format antique Persian rugs of this quality are actively collected as art objects. 🖼️

🌍 The Boteh Paisley Legacy

The paisley or Boteh motif has appeared in Persian textiles since at least the Sassanid period and was one of the defining design elements of the great Kashmir shawl trade of the 18th and 19th centuries. In Persian rug weaving, the Boteh is associated with specific regional traditions — from Qashqai tribal production to the workshops of Kashan and Tabriz — and its presence signals a connection to one of the oldest continuous design lineages in the textile world. 🌐

✅ Condition

Perfect condition for its age. Natural dyes vibrant. Photos taken under natural light. Professionally cleaned and treated. Item ID: 1509.

🏡 Perfect For

Collectors of antique Persian rugs ✦ Wall art and accent display ✦ Small-space floor placement ✦ Anyone drawn to the ancient Boteh paisley tradition of Persian textile art 🌹