Vintage Persian Tabriz "Architectural Garden" Carpet (Circa 1950s)
Capture the technical brilliance of Tabriz with a rare geometric twist. While most Tabriz rugs are known for their fluid, curvilinear floral designs, this 1950s vintage piece breaks the mold by incorporating the bold, rugged energy of the Heriz region. The result is a sophisticated "City" rug with a powerful "Tribal" heart, making it an incredibly versatile centerpiece for both modern and traditional homes.
Why It’s Unique
This Tabriz is distinguished by its hybrid design language and a stunningly muted, earthy color story.
"Heriz-Inspired" Geometric Field: The rug features a heavy, architectural rendering of sprawling geometric vines, scrolled blossoms, and leaves. This stylized, "sharp-edged" floral design offers a strength and presence typically reserved for village rugs, but executed here with the needle-point precision of a Tabriz master weaver.
Commanding Arrowed Medallion: The composition is anchored by an oversized center medallion adorned with dramatic arrow-shaped finials. This central star-burst effect draws the eye inward and provides a sense of balance to the large 7'3" x 10'3" footprint.
Sophisticated Earth-Tone Palette: Moving away from traditional reds and navies, this rug features a beautifully "hushed" color spectrum. It is anchored by pale dusty teal, cream, and ivory, with grounding notes of pale coffee brown, beige, sand, and slate blue. This palette is perfect for creating a serene, "quiet luxury" aesthetic.
Partial Herati Border: The main border utilizes a refined, partial Herati motif—a symbol of the fish-and-leaf design—which acts as a delicate frame to the bold geometric field within.
Condition & Artisan Character
Recently professionally cleaned, this mid-century treasure is ready for immediate in-home use. It exhibits a beautiful, low-profile patina with even wear across to the knot heads and a faint whisper of the foundation showing through. This texture is highly sought after by interior designers for its authentic, lived-in feel and its ability to sit beautifully under heavy furniture.
The original side cord selvages are mostly intact or expertly restored, and both the sides and ends have been fully secured to ensure this piece remains a durable family heirloom for generations to come.
Product Details
Dimensions: 7'3" x 10'3"
Origin: Hand-knotted in Persia (Tabriz)
Circa: 1950s Vintage
Motif: Oversize Medallion with Heriz-Style Geometric Vines
Colors: Pale dusty teal, cream, ivory, coffee brown, and slate blue
