Antique Mahal Persian Rug c. Late 19th Century 9 x 12 Kuba rug but the finer weave

but the finer weave

crafted around 1840

Crafted with meticulous detail

naturalistic posture

featuring traditional Burmese architectural elements such as floral motifs and stylized finials

Antique Mahal Persian Rug c. Late 19th Century 9 x 12 Kuba rug but the finer weaveWoven in the Arak region of central Persia during the late 19th century, this antique Mahal rug features a beautifully spaced allover pattern of stylized palmettes, rosettes, and leafy vines drifting across a rich indigo blue ground. The drawing is relaxed but intentional, typical of village weaving, and the scale of the motifs adds a sense of movement and breathing room to the large format. A warm brick red border filled with angular floral forms