Vintage Persian Bijar Carpet — 1950s | 7'7" x 10'9"

The Asal's field is covered entirely in interconnected vines, forming partial samovar-stylized panels that each enclose an interior palmette. Throughout the composition, uniquely drawn blossoms and flowers appear with light abrash, giving the field a lively, individually rendered quality rather than a repeating template. For more on palmettes and other recurring motifs, see our guide to common rug motifs.

The palette is soft and layered: pale ruby red grapefruit, dusty blush, pale antique ivory, slate blue, dusty powder blue, coffee brown, sand, beige, and dark chocolate brown come together across the vine-and-panel field. Explore more Bijar pieces in our guide to the best rug styles for collectors.

At 7'7" x 10'9", the Asal is a substantial room-size piece, well suited to living rooms and dining rooms where its dense floral field can unfold across the full space.

Bijar rugs are woven by Kurdish weavers in and around the town of Bijar in northwestern Persia, renowned for a wet-finishing technique that compresses the weave into an unusually dense, structurally sturdy foundation—among the sturdiest of any Persian weaving tradition. While Bijar is perhaps best known for bold medallion drawing, allover floral and vine compositions like this one are equally part of the region's repertoire, favoring intricacy and hand-felt individuality over symmetry.

Woven circa the 1950s, the Asal reflects this floral, all-over approach to Bijar weaving, paired with a soft, layered palette. Browse more pieces from this tradition in our Bijar collection.

Asal means "honey" in Persian, a word of Arabic origin.

The name reflects the rug's golden, sun-warmed palette and the sweetness of its densely blossomed field—soft and inviting, like something gathered rather than woven.

Asal captures the Bijar tradition at its gentlest: intricate, floral, and quietly luminous.

• Primary material: Natural wool
• Construction: Hand-knotted, densely woven
• Dye method: Traditional dyes with light abrash
• Foundation: Traditional woven foundation
• Condition: Vintage condition with mostly even short pile

Mostly even short pile is present across the surface, consistent with age and use.

Most original side cord selvages are intact or have been sympathetically restored. Sides and ends are fully secured.

Recently professionally cleaned and ready for immediate in-home use.

Vacuum gently using suction only. Avoid rotating brushes or beater bars.

Use a quality rug pad to reduce movement and provide support.

Rotate periodically to encourage even wear. For deep cleaning, consult a professional experienced with vintage Persian carpets.

Is this rug one of a kind?
Yes. Vintage Bijar weavings like the Asal are unique in drawing, dye variation, and wear pattern.

What makes Bijar rugs distinctive?
They're known for exceptional density and durability, alongside intricate floral and medallion drawing. See our motif guide for more on the palmette and other symbols used here.

Is it ready for use?
Yes. It has been professionally cleaned and inspected prior to offering.