Graceful floral patterning and a well-balanced, symmetrical layout give this 9x12'1'' hand-knotted Sarouk rug a composed, timeless presence from the moment it’s laid out. Woven in a high 0.60 cut pile in 100% wool construction, it has a durable cotton foundation that offers visual depth along with long-lasting comfort underfoot. Rooted in the traditional Sarouk style, the rug presents an elegant floral composition built from scrolling vines and softly layered botanical motifs lain fluidly across the surface. As the design unfolds, delicate blossoms in ivory, blush, and beige appear over a calm turquoise and blue field, while accents of navy, burgundy, and slate add depth and subtle contrast. The borders are finely detailed with repeating floral elements that mirror the interior pattern. Thoughtfully detailed, the rug settles naturally into both formal living rooms and more relaxed, lived-in spaces.
- Exact Size: 9x12'1"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Turquoise, Ivory, Navy, Blush, Blue, Burgundy, Slate, Multi,
- Origin: India
- Pile Height: 0.6 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH20343
Story Behind the Art: Within the rug trade, the term Sarouk encompasses pieces woven in Arak, its surrounding villages, and the plains of Farahan in central Iran an area long celebrated for its weaving excellence. In the 19th century, Sarouk rugs often displayed intricate allover designs such as the Herati and Gul Hennai, rendered with around 100 asymmetric knots per square inch on sturdy cotton foundations. By the late 1800s, inspired by the grandeur of Tabriz carpets, local weavers embraced a more formal aesthetic, producing factory-made rugs with central floral medallions and precise symmetry. This medallion style prevailed until the years following World War I, when Sarouk artisans pioneered a more open composition: graceful, detached floral sprays scattered elegantly across the field. This innovation became the defining hallmark of the Sarouk tradition, captivating global markets and collectors alike. Today, the influence of this design endures, with Sarouk-inspired rugs woven not only in Iran but also in India, Romania, and Pakistan each echoing the enduring beauty and legacy of Persian artistry.