Vintage Persian Kerman Carpet — 1950s | 9'10" x 12'1"

The Marjan's quatrefoil-drawn central medallion is filled with dramatic trefoil finials, wrapped by a densely ornamented floral bouquet and matching end finials, sitting atop a sprawling, open main field. For more on medallion and millefleur motifs, see our guide to common rug motifs.

The corner fills and floating main border are worked in an equally intricate millefleur, or "thousand flower," design, showcasing remarkable detail and color range across the composition. The palette is romantic and layered: dusty rose, ivory, sapphire blue, cochineal red, beige, gold, sand, sky blue, pale seafoam, blush, wine red, and coffee brown. A weaver's signature appears at top center—a notable mark of individual craftsmanship. Explore more Kerman pieces in our guide to the best rug styles for collectors.

At 9'10" x 12'1", the Marjan is a grand, room-size piece, ideal for formal living rooms and dining rooms where its floral density and vast color range can be fully appreciated.

Kerman, in southeastern Persia, is one of the country's most celebrated weaving centers, renowned for exceptional design sophistication and a distinctive millefleur floral vocabulary rendered with extraordinary detail. A weaver's signature, as found on this piece, was sometimes woven directly into fine Kerman carpets—a mark of individual authorship rare in most other Persian weaving traditions.

Woven circa the 1950s, the Marjan reflects Kerman weaving at its most technically accomplished. Browse more pieces from this tradition in our Kerman collection.

Marjan means "coral" in Persian and Kazakh, of Arabic origin.

The name reflects the rug's exceptional color range and organic, branching floral detail—dusty rose, wine red, and seafoam tones spreading across the field with the same intricate, layered beauty found in coral itself.

Marjan captures the Kerman tradition at its most abundant: richly colored, densely floral, and individually signed.

• Primary material: Natural wool
• Construction: Hand-knotted
• Dye method: Traditional dyes
• Foundation: Traditional woven foundation
• Condition: Vintage condition, like-new with full original pile height

Like-new condition, with original full pile height maintained evenly across the entire rug.

Original side cord selvages are fully intact. Sides and ends are fully secured.

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

Due to its weight and size, this item may require freight shipping. Basic curbside outbound freight shipping is free if the item is kept.

Please contact us with questions prior to purchase for a line-item invoice with liftgate options, or for exact costing details, which the buyer is responsible for in the event of a return.

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 Kerman weavings like the Marjan are unique in drawing, dye variation, and detail, and this piece bears an individual weaver's signature.

What is a millefleur design?
A "thousand flower" pattern featuring dense, varied floral motifs across the field and borders, a hallmark of fine Kerman weaving. See our motif guide for more.

How will this rug ship?
Due to its size and weight, this piece may require freight shipping. See the Shipping section above for details.