Beige, Camel 6'11"x9'10" Persian Birjand All Over Boteh Paisley Hand Knotted Wool Traditional Oriental Area Rug

Presented in mint vintage condition and professionally prepared for immediate use, this hand knotted wool Persian Birjand rug from Iran features the timeless boteh motif arranged in a highly disciplined all-over composition across a warm ivory field. The boteh, widely recognized as the inspiration behind the paisley design, appears here in repeating rows of rust red and camel forms outlined with charcoal, creating a rhythmic decorative surface that feels refined yet visually balanced. Rugs from the Birjand region of northeastern Iran are especially admired for their precise hand knotting and orderly layout, qualities clearly reflected in the consistent spacing and elegant repetition of each individual motif throughout the field. Framing the composition is a blue-gray main border decorated with repeating boteh and floral elements in rose, ivory, and camel tones, enclosed by narrow red and navy guard stripes that sharpen the architectural structure of the rug. The medium-height wool pile gives the surface a smooth stable texture ideal for everyday living, while vegetable dyes provide the ivory, camel, and rust tones with natural depth and gentle variation that only improves with age. Elegant, understated, and highly versatile, this vintage Birjand rug captures the enduring sophistication of Persian weaving tradition.

• Exact Size: 6'11"x9'10"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Beige, Camel, Blue, Rose, Charcoal, Multi
• Origin: Iran
• Pile Height: 0.4 inch
• Condition: Pre-Owned
• Condition Description: Vintage in mint condition
• Rug#: AOR21235

Story Behind the Art: Birjand rugs originate from the eastern Persian city of Birjand, a region admired for producing finely crafted rugs known for their intricate detailing and luxurious wool pile. Traditionally woven with elegant all-over patterns such as the Herati and boteh motifs, Birjand rugs display harmonious combinations of deep reds, warm browns, navy blues, ivory, and soft beige tones that create balanced decorative richness. Many examples reinterpret classic Persian layouts into refined medallion-and-corner compositions with delicately outlined motifs and graceful symmetry. Crafted for both beauty and practicality, Birjand rugs combine durable construction with sophisticated Persian artistry, making them timeless additions to both traditional and transitional interiors.