This vintage Indian wool rug, hand-knotted in the late 20th century, draws inspiration from the classic Persian Sarouk Farahan tradition. An asymmetrical arrangement of large-scale flowers and scrolling vines stretches across a pale salmon field, rendered in a muted palette of beige, black, and light indigo. The wide black border, filled with more florals and tendrils, creates a striking frame—rich yet restrained. Though woven in India, its soul is unmistakably Persian. For centuries, the artistry of Persian rug weaving—its fluid botanical motifs, intricate symmetry, and saturated dyes—has shaped weaving traditions across the globe. In India, the influence took hold in the Mughal era and evolved into a robust industry of master weavers interpreting these age-old designs with regional nuance. This rug is a beautiful continuation of that legacy—faithful to the elegance of its source, but softened through a distinctly Indian hand and an eye for gentle color.
