Isfahan Style Rug Appraisal

Traditional Hand-Knotted Persian Isfahan-Style Rug

This is a rectangular hand-knotted area rug featuring a classic Persian design, characteristic of the Isfahan or Tabriz traditions. The central composition consists of a concentrated eight-pointed star medallion anchored on a double-scalloped ivory cream field. This field is densely populated with intricate 'Shah Abbasi' floral motifs, intertwining vines, and palmettes. The color palette is sophisticated and muted, primarily utilizing cream, deep burgundy (oxblood), charcoal black, and accents of dusty blue or slate grey. The rug is framed by multiple border layers, including a wide primary border with repeating floral cartouches flanked by narrower decorative guard borders. Based on the tight knotting density visible in the clarity of the patterns, it appears to be of high quality, likely constructed from a fine wool pile on a cotton or silk foundation. The fringe is visible at the bottom edge, appearing intact and white. The overall condition looks excellent with no visible threadbare patches, significant fading, or staining. The symmetry and precision of the curvilinear patterns suggest mid-to-late 20th-century craftsmanship. The edges appear straight and well-bound, indicating it has been well-maintained without significant fraying or structural damage.