"Steel Carpet"
Herati Design
Thick

Vintage Bijar Rug 157x106cm

Handsome Vintage Bijar Rug from West of Iran

Circa 1950
Condition Execellent
Origin Bijar, Iran
Type Carpet
Color Palette Red, Blue
Design Medallion
Shape Rectangle
Construction Hand-Knotted
Material Wool
Size 157 x 106cm (5.2 x 3.5ft)
Use Sitting Room, Office
Features Handmade, Washable
Style Traditional
Cleaning Instructions Professionally washable only
Dry Clean No
Pattern Medallion
Washable Yes
Theme Medallion

Handsome Vintage Bijar Rug – Pink & Blue Medallion on Soft Red Herati Field

This handsome vintage Bijar rug from West Iran exemplifies the enduring strength and elegance that has earned Bijar carpets their nickname: “the steel carpets of Iran.” Tightly woven with high-density knotting, Bijars are renowned for their durability, thickness, and resilience, making them a practical yet beautiful investment.

At the heart of this piece lies a distinctive pink and blue medallion, elegantly positioned on a soft red background filled with the classic Herati design—a motif of stylised leaves and flowers that adds refinement and movement to the composition. The spandrels echo the medallion’s tones, bringing cohesion to the design.

Framed by a striking geometric cream border, this rug balances colour and pattern with quiet sophistication. As with many Bijars, the high-quality wool used ensures a shiny, soft pile that only improves with age. The natural dyes have matured into beautifully saturated hues, offering depth and richness that machine-made reproductions cannot replicate.

A durable and timeless addition to traditional and transitional interiors alike, this rug is ideal for dining rooms, sitting rooms, or any area that benefits from both charm and endurance.


Key Features:

  • Origin: Bijar, West Iran

  • Design: Central medallion with Herati pattern and spandrels

  • Colour Palette: Soft red ground, pink & blue medallion, cream geometric border

  • Material: High-quality handspun wool

  • Dyes: Natural, matured beautifully over time

  • Pile: Thick and even, with a soft, lustrous finish

  • Durability: Exceptionally robust – ideal for high-traffic areas

  • Condition: Vintage with excellent structure and depth of colour

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Additional information

Dimensions 157 × 106 cm
SKU: 06-004-0356
COMPOSITIONCALIBRE CONDITION
Wool: 18Rarity: 15Restoration: 20
Weave: 17Antique Value: 18Wear: 20
Dye: 18Design: 16Tinting: 20
Total Composition: 53Total Calibre: 55Total Condition: 54
Total 3c Value: 162

£950.00

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COMPOSITIONCALIBRE CONDITION
Wool: 18Rarity: 15Restoration: 20
Weave: 17Antique Value: 18Wear: 20
Dye: 18Design: 16Tinting: 20
Total Composition: 53Total Calibre: 55Total Condition: 54
Total 3c Value: 162

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