10′ x 13′ Terracotta Red Hand-Knotted Semi-Antique Persian Mahal Rug – Traditional Wool

Origin: Iran (Persia)

Age estimation and century attribution: Mid-20th Century, Semi-Antique

Actual Dimensions: 10′ 2″ × 13′ 0″ (rounded 10×13)

Style: Traditional Persian Mahal / All-Over Paisley and Floral Lattice

Material: Wool on Cotton

Color Palette: Terracotta Red, Muted Celadon Green, Sage, Creamy Ivory, Soft Denim Blue, Charcoal Grey, Sand Beige

This semi-antique Persian Mahal rug showcases a masterfully balanced, all-over lattice pattern that perfectly captures the relaxed elegance prized in Arak region village weavings. The main field features a soft, beautifully variegated terracotta red ground overlaid with a highly structured grid of stylized floral rosettes and rotating boteh (paisley) motifs. Drawn with a charming, slightly geometric village aesthetic rather than rigid workshop precision, the repeating medallions alternate between shades of muted celadon green, soft denim blue, and creamy ivory. The absence of a central medallion allows the intricate lattice drawing to fill the large field evenly, creating a cohesive, textile-forward layout.

Hand-knotted with high-quality, hand-spun wool, this piece embodies the classic features that make vintage and antique Mahal rugs a favorite among interior designers: a supple handle, a generous room-sized scale, and a sophisticated use of natural color variation. The terracotta field is surrounded by a substantial primary border executed on a contrasting light celadon and sand ground, displaying a continuous rhythm of large palmettes and geometric vine scrolls. Layered guard bands featuring delicate chain links and micro-floral patterns flank the main border, providing a crisp frame that finishes the large canvas.

The rug exhibits a beautifully preserved, medium-low wool pile that reveals the artistic detail of the design. The hand-dyed wool displays a lovely, rich horizontal abrash across the terracotta ground, creating subtle shifts in tone that soften the contrast of the graphics. Built on a strong cotton foundation, this substantial room-sized piece sits flat, square, and completely stable on the floor.

Interior Designer’s Recommendation:
The versatile all-over grid design and muted color palette of this semi-antique Mahal rug make it a phenomenal foundation for traditional, English country, or modern organic interiors. This rug pairs beautifully with:
* Creamy plaster, warm beige, soft sage green, or historical tan walls
* Wide-plank oak, rich walnut hardwoods, or light natural flagstone floors
* Oversized linen slipcovered sofas, rustic French oak dining tables, or classic leather library chairs
* Antiqued iron chandeliers, unlacquered brass hardware, or primitive stoneware accents
The generous 10’2″ x 13′ dimensions are perfectly scaled for anchoring large formal living rooms or principal dining spaces. Because the pattern is uniformly distributed across the entire field without a single focal medallion, furniture can be placed freely over the surface without interrupting the artistic harmony of the layout.