{"product_id":"vata-vintage-persian-bakhtiari-carpet","title":"Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Carpet — 1940s | 5'9\" x 9'1\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"pl-intro\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eVata\u003c\/strong\u003e is a vintage Persian Bakhtiari carpet woven circa the 1940s, defined by a slightly staggered center medallion and paired tree-of-life motifs facing inward from either end. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/persian-rugs\"\u003eWoven in Persia\u003c\/a\u003e, Bakhtiari carpets are prized for their vivid, gem-like color range and the individual hand of each weaver, visible in the subtle asymmetries and shifting density across the field. Part of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/bakhtiari-rugs\" style=\"color: #764134;\"\u003eBakhtiari collection\u003c\/a\u003e, this piece captures the tribe's weaving tradition at its most expressive.\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 Bakhtiari, Persia (Iran)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage, circa 1940s\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\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 5'9\" x 9'1\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach rug is handcrafted and unique. Variations in dye saturation, weave density, and wear pattern 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 class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Vata features a partially staggered center medallion, its slight asymmetry a result of more condensed weaving partway through the rug's creation—a mark of individual, tribal hand-weaving rather than a workshop template. Flanking the medallion are double tree-of-life motifs, oriented inward toward the field's center. This is one of the most enduring symbols in rug weaving; for more on its meaning and other recurring motifs, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/common-rug-motifs-explained\" style=\"color: #764134;\"\u003eguide to common rug motifs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette is exceptional in range and saturation, moving through navy blue, cobalt blue, ruby red, vivid sunflower yellow, sapphire blue, deep emerald green, oxidized silver, and teal—a vivid, gem-like color story with unique nuances specific to the individual weaver. This breadth of color is a hallmark of Bakhtiari weaving, explored further in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/best-rug-styles-for-collectors#bakhtiari\" style=\"color: #764134;\"\u003eguide to the best rug styles for collectors\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 5'9\" x 9'1\", the Vata suits living rooms, dining rooms, and other central gathering spaces where its color and pattern can anchor the room.\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 class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Bakhtiari are a Persian tribal confederation historically based in the Zagros Mountains of western Iran, long recognized for garden and medallion-format carpets woven with a distinctive freedom of color and design. Unlike more standardized commercial production, Bakhtiari weavings often carry the individual imprint of the weaver—subtle irregularities in medallion placement, motif spacing, and knot density that reflect a rug woven by hand for tribal or village use rather than to a fixed export pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoven circa the 1940s, the Vata reflects this tradition at a mature stage, combining bold, saturated color with confident, symbolic drawing. Browse more pieces from this tradition in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/bakhtiari-rugs\" style=\"color: #764134;\"\u003eBakhtiari 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 class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVata\u003c\/strong\u003e means \"wind\" in Avestan, the ancient liturgical language of Zoroastrianism. Vata was a Yazata—a holy being—associated with the wind, also known as Vaiiu.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name reflects the rug's sense of movement: the shifting density of its weave, the staggered medallion, and a palette that seems to change character as light crosses it, much like wind moving across a landscape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVata captures the Bakhtiari tradition at its most alive: expressive, unrepeating, and woven with the individual hand of its maker.\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 class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\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\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDye method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional dyes with natural mordant-based variation\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 Antique condition with visible wear and character\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 aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAreas of wear are present to pile and knot heads, consistent with age and use. Most original side cord selvages are intact or have been sympathetically restored. Sides and ends are fully secured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLocalized areas show recession in specific shades, likely a result of the mordants and dyestuffs used at the time of weaving. Some regions of the rug are slightly stiffer, and faint remnants of an old adhesive are visible on the reverse side.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne end of the rug measures 5'4\", while the opposing end measures 5'9\". This variation falls within normal margins for hand-knotted rugs of this type, age, and size.\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 class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\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 support any stiffer regions of the weave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRotate periodically to encourage even wear. For deep cleaning, consult a professional experienced with antique 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 class=\"pl-row-summary\" style=\"margin-bottom: -1.7em;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\" style=\"margin-top: 2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this rug one of a kind?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Antique Bakhtiari weavings like the Vata are unique in drawing, color, and wear pattern—no two are alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat makes Bakhtiari rugs distinctive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThey're known for vivid, saturated color palettes and individual weaver expression, including the tree-of-life motif featured here. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/common-rug-motifs-explained\" style=\"color: #764134;\"\u003emotif guide\u003c\/a\u003e for more.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy do the two ends measure differently?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA 5\" variation between ends (5'4\" vs. 5'9\") is normal for hand-knotted rugs of this age and size, and does not affect the rug's use or lay-flat quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta itemprop=\"category\" content=\"Rugs \u0026amp; Antique Area Rugs\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"material\" content=\"Wool\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"productionMethod\" content=\"Hand-knotted\"\u003e \u003cmeta itemprop=\"origin\" content=\"Bakhtiari, Persia (Iran)\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old New House®","offers":[{"title":"5'9\" x 9'1\"","offer_id":46841174425783,"sku":"ct001775","price":1705.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/7703\/8007\/files\/vata-1.jpg?v=1783904333","url":"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/products\/vata-vintage-persian-bakhtiari-carpet","provider":"Leonidas Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}