Rug 71292

This is a Area Rug from the Zanjan region of Iran, a piece that beautifully captures a Transitional Style. It has the soul of a tribal weaving but with the refined structure of a village rug. It feels confident and full of life. As it is a New rug, it has a fresh scent of clean Wool and the deep, earthy undertones of Natural vegetable Dyes.
The Rug’s Soul: Weave and Foundation Kneel and touch the surface. You will feel a durable and pleasant Medium Pile Height, offering both softness and a clear feel of the pattern beneath. The Visual Texture is Soft but robust. This rug was woven with the strong Turkish knot (symmetrical), a tradition common in its region of Iran. The Knot Density is Medium, allowing for clear geometric designs without the intense formality of a fine city carpet. This level of weave reflects its Artisan/Workshop Craftsmanship Level. It is built on a solid Cotton Foundation and finished with neat Cotton fringe.
The Rug’s Story: Design and Pattern The story of this Zanjan rug is told through powerful color contrast and lively geometric detail. The Overall Pattern is dominated by a chain of three large, diamond-shaped Geometric Medallions that function as a Central medallion. These medallions glow in a warm, earthy Rust color.
Let your hands trace the patterns across the field. The background is a deep, dramatic Black, which makes all the other colors pop with intensity. The entire field is filled with a dense Geometric pattern of smaller motifs and highly stylized Animal figures, representing the weaver’s connection to Everyday life. The design is perfectly Bilateral in its symmetry, creating a sense of order. The Line Quality is Bold, and the Color Transitions are Abrupt. The field is framed by Multiple borders—a wide main border in the same warm Rust as the medallions, flanked by narrow guard stripes. There is No corner design; the black field runs directly into the border structure.
The Rug’s Mood: Color and Texture The mood of this rug is dramatic, grounded, and rich with jewel-like color. The power comes from the stark contrast between the deep Black field and the glowing Rust medallions. The Dye Saturation is Vibrant. Cool accents of Sky Blue and earthy Sage green are woven throughout the design, creating a beautiful secondary color story. The finest details are outlined in a delicate Beige that gives every shape crisp definition, while tiny pops of Gold add a final, subtle sparkle. This Transitional rug is a masterful blend of styles, carrying the authenticity of its Tribal Cultural Significance into a design that is structured, powerful, and visually captivating.