Hunting Scene Rug Appraisal

Persian-Style Hunting Scene Area Rug

This is a rectangular area rug of what appears to be a Persian or Persian-inspired design. The primary colors are a cream or light beige field, deep maroon or burgundy for the borders and some design elements, and various shades of red, brown, green, and light blue/grey for the intricate central motif. The rug depicts a vibrant hunting scene, likely a traditional Persian miniature style, with multiple figures on horseback, archers, and various animals such as tigers, deer, and birds. Trees with blossoming branches and flowing water or lakes are also incorporated into the scene, creating a rich narrative landscape. The central medallion is absent, replaced by this detailed pictorial representation. The rug features a multi-layered border system: a main wide border with repeating floral and stylized animal motifs in maroon, and narrower guard borders with geometric or scrolling patterns. The overall construction suggests a woven piece, possibly machine-made given the uniformity, though without a closer inspection of the knotting, hand-knotted cannot be entirely ruled out. The visible texture appears to be a cut pile. The edges seem uniformly finished. There are no immediate visible signs of significant damage, tears, or major stains from the image provided, suggesting fair to good condition for its apparent age. The colors appear consistent, without obvious severe fading, though some light patina is expected for an older rug. The craftsmanship appears to be of a good standard, with clear delineation of patterns and figures.