Origin
Persian (Bakhtiar)
Condition
Antique, high-durability wool with medium pile; repair stable and moth stable, suitable for continued use in active areas for its age class.
Color Descriptive Name
Navy & Ivory
STYLE
Dark, earthy tribal runner with dense geometric and floral shrub motifs that feel bold and richly patterned, conveying a premium, heirloom impression.
Designer Spec Construction
Antique Persian Bakhtiar tribal runner (circa 1870–1890) in navy with ivory accents, crafted in wool with a medium pile. Features stylized floral shrubs, boteh leaves, stepped lattice compartments, geometric rosettes, angular vine scrolls, and serrated medallion buds in an allover geometric visual family. Premium-tier piece with high durability, in a runner format measuring approximately 3 ft 5 in x 10 ft 4 in, ideal for narrow spaces.
Additional information
Motifs include stylized floral shrubs, boteh leaves, stepped lattice compartments, geometric rosettes, angular vine scrolls, and serrated medallion buds. The allover geometric layout and dark, earthy palette suit hallways, entryways, stair landings, gallery corridors, kitchen runner zones, and narrow living areas. The medium pile wool construction adds tactile comfort while retaining a visually intricate tribal character.
Description
Antique Persian Bakhtiar tribal runner rug in navy and ivory, c. 1870–1890, with stylized floral shrubs, boteh leaves, and geometric rosettes. This premium, high-durability wool runner (3’5″ x 10’4″) features a dark, earthy palette and dense geometric patterning, perfect for hallways, entryways, stair landings, gallery corridors, kitchen runner zones, and narrow living spaces.
