Antique Ersari Carpet 443x282cm

The Power of Symmetry: An Antique Five-Row Ersari Carpet

There is a timeless, meditative quality to a well-executed Ersari carpet. This piece is a classic representative of the Ersari tribe’s mastery of scale and repetition. By utilizing a five-row “Elephant Foot” (Gül) design on a deep, resonant red ground, the weaver has created a work of floor art that feels both ancient and remarkably modern. It is an ideal piece for those looking to add warmth, history, and a strong geometric backbone to a room.

Rhythmic Geometry and Tribal Framing

• The Five-Row Motif: The use of five rows of the traditional Elephant Foot medallion creates a highly dense, immersive pattern. This configuration provides a powerful sense of order and structural harmony, making it a perfect anchor for grand dining rooms, heavy wood furniture, or expansive open-plan living areas.

• The Masterful Border System: The main field is framed by a multiple wide border system. These borders are populated with interesting tribal motifs—ancient symbols of protection and prosperity—that provide a sophisticated, layered frame for the central medallions.

• The Preservation of History: A standout feature of this carpet is its condition. The kilim-finished ends are still intact. These flat-woven “skirts” are often lost to time or heavy use; seeing them preserved on this piece is a testament to its quality and how well it has been cared for. It is an authentic, “honest” textile that retains its full original artistic intent.

A Robust Statement Piece

Ersari carpets are famous for their oily, high-quality wool and dense knotting, making them legendary “workhorse” carpets. This piece is robust, durable, and ready for daily life. It will not only bring an immediate sense of class and “global nomad” style to your home but will also stand up to the wear and tear of a busy household, gaining even more character as it ages.

• Origin: Ersari Tribe (Turkmen, Central Asia)

• Format: Large Room-Size Carpet

• Design: Traditional Five-Row Elephant Foot (Gül)

• Colors: Deep Madder Red, Indigo Blue, and Ivory Cream

• Special Preservation: Original Kilim-finished ends at both sides