{"product_id":"asal-vintage-persian-bijar-carpet","title":"Vintage Persian Bijar Carpet — 1950s | 7'7\" x 10'9\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"pl-intro\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eAsal\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vintage Persian Bijar carpet woven circa the 1950s, its field covered edge to edge in interconnected vines that delineate partial samovar-style panels, each holding an interior palmette. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/persian-rugs\"\u003eWoven in Persia\u003c\/a\u003e, this Bijar carries the tradition's signature density alongside uniquely drawn blossoms and flowers rendered with gentle abrash throughout. Part of our \u003ca style=\"color: #764134;\" href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/bijar-rugs\"\u003eBijar collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it reflects the region's floral vocabulary at its most tender and hand-felt.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- ===== QUICK SUMMARY (INTENT-LED) ===== --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pl-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bijar, Persia (Iran)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage, circa 1950s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Area Rug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural wool, short pile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7'7\" x 10'9\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach rug is handcrafted and unique. Variations in abrash, dye saturation, and weave density are natural characteristics of vintage handmade rugs and reflect authenticity rather than imperfection.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .pl-hr{\n    border: 0;\n    border-top: 0.7px solid currentColor;\n    opacity: 0.2;\n    margin: 12px 0;\n  }\n  @media (prefers-color-scheme: dark){\n    .pl-hr{ opacity: 0.85; }\n  }\n\n  details.pl-row{ margin:0; padding:0; }\n\n  summary.pl-row-summary{\n    list-style:none;\n    cursor:pointer;\n    display:flex;\n    align-items:center;\n    justify-content:space-between;\n    gap:14px;\n    padding:0;\n    margin:0;\n  }\n  summary.pl-row-summary::-webkit-details-marker{ display:none; }\n\n  .pl-row-title{\n    margin:0;\n    padding:0;\n    line-height:1;\n    letter-spacing:0.02em;\n    text-transform:none;\n    font-weight:400;\n  }\n\n  .pl-row-icon{\n    font-size:22px;\n    line-height:1;\n    font-weight:200;\n  }\n  .pl-row-icon::before{ content:\"+\"; }\n  details[open] \u003e summary .pl-row-icon::before{ content:\"−\"; }\n\n  .pl-row-content{\n    padding:12px 0 14px;\n    margin:0;\n  }\n\n  .pl-row-content ul{\n    margin:0;\n    padding-left:18px;\n    line-height:1.7;\n  }\n  .pl-row-content li{ margin:6px 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003c!-- DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003ca style=\"color: #764134;\" href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/common-rug-motifs-explained\"\u003eguide to common rug motifs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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 \u003ca style=\"color: #764134;\" href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/best-rug-styles-for-collectors#bijar\"\u003eguide to the best rug styles for collectors\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- HISTORY --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBijar 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoven 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 \u003ca style=\"color: #764134;\" href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/bijar-rugs\"\u003eBijar collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- ABOUT THE NAME --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eAbout the Name\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAsal\u003c\/strong\u003e means \"honey\" in Persian, a word of Arabic origin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAsal captures the Bijar tradition at its gentlest: intricate, floral, and quietly luminous.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- MATERIALS --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Composition\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted, densely woven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDye method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional dyes with light abrash\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoundation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional woven foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage condition with mostly even short pile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- CONDITION --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eCondition Details\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMostly even short pile is present across the surface, consistent with age and use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost original side cord selvages are intact or have been sympathetically restored. Sides and ends are fully secured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRecently professionally cleaned and ready for immediate in-home use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- CARE --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVacuum gently using suction only. Avoid rotating brushes or beater bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a quality rug pad to reduce movement and provide support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotate periodically to encourage even wear. For deep cleaning, consult a professional experienced with vintage Persian carpets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary style=\"margin-bottom: -1.7em;\" class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"margin-top: 2em;\" class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this rug one of a kind?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Vintage Bijar weavings like the Asal are unique in drawing, dye variation, and wear pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Bijar rugs distinctive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey're known for exceptional density and durability, alongside intricate floral and medallion drawing. See our \u003ca style=\"color: #764134;\" href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/common-rug-motifs-explained\"\u003emotif guide\u003c\/a\u003e for more on the palmette and other symbols used here.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it ready for use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It has been professionally cleaned and inspected prior to offering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"Rugs \u0026amp; Vintage Area Rugs\" itemprop=\"category\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Wool\" itemprop=\"material\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Hand-knotted\" itemprop=\"productionMethod\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Bijar, Persia (Iran)\" itemprop=\"origin\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old New House®","offers":[{"title":"7'7\" x 10'9\"","offer_id":46891358879927,"sku":"ee005165","price":7490.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/7703\/8007\/files\/asal-1.jpg?v=1783918848","url":"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/products\/asal-vintage-persian-bijar-carpet","provider":"Leonidas Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}