Bijar Carpet

🧵 Rug Details

• Type: Handmade Persian Rug

• Origin:  Bijar  region, based on the geometric structure and layout

• Size: 120 x 240

• Design: Central diamond-shaped medallion surrounded by highly detailed floral and geometric motifs

• Knot Density: Estimated 40–50 Raj (medium to high density with clear definition)

• Weaving Style: Woven with the Turkish (symmetric) knot, typical in Bijar rugs

• Warp & Weft: Likely made with cotton foundation

• Pile Yarn: Durable wool, tightly packed for longevity

• Condition: Very good — no signs of wear, tears, or damage

🎨 Color Palette

• Field Color: Lacquer red (deep red)

• Central Medallion: Diamond-shaped, filled with small chessboard-like motifs in white, black, and blue

• Borders: Deep navy or dark violet with dense floral patterns

• Accent Colors:

   

  • Olive green in leaves and background

  • Light blue and turquoise in highlights and spandrels

  • Beige and ivory for contrast in medallion and motifs

   

• Dyeing Method: Crafted using natural vegetable dyes through traditional hand-dyeing techniques

🖐 Handmade Features

• Unique, Tribal-Inspired Design: The geometric medallion and floral-meets-angular layout reflect the traditional weaving styles of tribal or northwest Iranian regions

• Subtle Asymmetries: Minor differences between mirrored motifs are visible — a strong indicator of authentic hand-knotted work

• Dense & Durable Weave: Rugs from Bijar are known for extremely tight, strong knots, making them among the most durable Persian rugs

• High Visual Clarity: Crisp execution of motifs such as latticework, vines, and blossoms — made possible by tight knotting