Red Ivory 3'8''x10'4'' Kurdish Bidjar Herati Traditional Plush Pile Geometric Paisley Vintage Vegetable Dyes Hand Knotted Wool Oriental Area Rug

This hand knotted Kurdish Bidjar runner rug showcases the remarkable durability and geometric precision that have made Bidjar weaving one of the most respected traditions in Persian rug craftsmanship. The rich red field is densely decorated with repeating Herati fish motifs, angular floral medallions, paisley boteh elements, and tribal vine work woven in ivory, navy, rust, coral, and muted sage tones that create extraordinary decorative detail throughout the elongated composition. The highly structured all-over pattern reflects the exceptional knot density associated with authentic Bidjar rugs while preserving the warm handcrafted character of Kurdish tribal artistry. A beautifully layered ivory border frames the runner with repeating geometric floral motifs and stylized vine forms that reinforce architectural balance and visual rhythm. Constructed from thick hand knotted wool pile on a durable cotton foundation, this oriental runner rug offers luxurious texture, exceptional resilience, and heirloom-quality longevity suitable for generations of use. Enhanced by traditional vegetable dyes that enrich the palette with antique-inspired warmth and tonal variation, this Persian runner is ideal for luxury hallways, rustic interiors, grand entryways, mountain homes, and sophisticated traditional spaces seeking timeless tribal elegance.

• Exact Size: 3'8"x10'4"
• Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
• Yarn: Wool
• Color: Red, Ivory, Navy, Blush, Sage, Blue, Multi
• Origin: Iran
• Pile Height: 0.75 inch
• Condition: Pre-Owned
• Condition Description: Vintage in mint condition
• Rug#: AOR21214

Story Behind the Art: Kurdish Bidjar rugs are woven in the town of Bidjar located in the Kurdistan region of northwestern Iran, where Kurdish tribal artisans developed one of the strongest and most durable weaving techniques in Persian rug history. Known worldwide as the “Iron Rugs of Persia,” Bidjar rugs are created by repeatedly compressing the wefts with heavy combs or metal tools, producing an exceptionally dense, compact structure designed to last for generations. Crafted using superior-quality wool rich in natural lanolin, these rugs possess remarkable weight, resilience, and luxurious texture. Bidjar designs range from intricate medallion layouts to richly detailed all-over floral and geometric compositions, all enhanced by deeply saturated jewel-toned palettes that create bold visual richness and timeless sophistication. Combining rugged durability with refined Persian artistry, Kurdish Bidjar rugs remain among the most admired and collectible Oriental rugs in the world.