Vintage Persian Hamadan Area Rug — 1930s | 4'6" × 6'6"

4'6" x 6'6"

$3,240.00

Vintage Persian Hamadan Area Rug — 1930s | 4'6" × 6'6"

The Darya

★★★★★ 4.9 STAR SELLER RATING

An heirloom rug from the Hamadan collection

Vintage Persian Hamadan Area Rug — 1930s | 4'6" × 6'6"

$3,240.00

Authentic Vintage

Persian handmade

professionally cleaned

The Vintage Persian Hamadan Area Rug is an early 20th-century hand-knotted wool piece that brings bold village geometry and saturated color movement into intimate interior spaces. Woven in Persia circa the 1930s, this Hamadan rug features a suggested quatrefoil medallion surrounded by outwardly directed blossoms and large concentric florals—expressive, rhythmic, and rich in tonal depth.

Origin: Persia (Iran)
Age: Vintage, circa 1930s
Type: Area rug
Construction: Hand-knotted
Pile: Wool pile
Use: Indoor
Size: 4'6" × 6'6"

Each rug is handcrafted and timeworn. Variations in size, abrash, contour, and minor restoration are natural characteristics of vintage handmade rugs and reflect their authenticity rather than defects.

Description

This vintage Persian Hamadan rug centers around a suggested quatrefoil medallion, with outwardly directed blossoms that animate the field. At either opposing end, large concentric floral top views provide visual weight, balancing the composition and creating a sense of grounded symmetry.

The drawing feels confident and village-driven, favoring strong contour over delicacy. Heavy abrash runs across the surface, introducing dynamic tonal shifts that give the rug movement and emotional warmth.

The palette is deeply saturated—sapphire and cobalt blues layered with madder root red, rust, burnt orange, dusty gold, antique ivory, chestnut, and powder blue. The color story feels bold yet cohesive, with transitions that soften the geometry.

Moderate scale and strong contrast make Darya ideal for layered, collected interiors where authenticity and chromatic depth are celebrated.

History

Hamadan is one of Persia’s most prolific weaving regions, encompassing numerous villages that each contribute subtle variation in drawing and palette.

Rugs from the 1930s often emphasize bold medallions, strong abrash, and saturated dyes, reflecting village-level weaving traditions rather than formal workshop precision.

Vintage Hamadan rugs are appreciated for their authenticity, expressive geometry, and approachable durability—pieces that feel lived-in rather than overly formal.

About the Name

Darya is a Persian name meaning “sea” or “ocean,” symbolizing depth, expansiveness, and emotional richness.

The name reflects the rug’s saturated blues and flowing abrash, which ripple across the surface like shifting water. Though structured in medallion form, the tonal movement feels organic and expansive.

Darya is a piece that carries visual depth—layered, immersive, and full of quiet intensity.

Materials & Composition

Primary material: Wool
Construction: Hand-knotted
Dye method: Traditional hand-dyed yarns with pronounced abrash
Edges: Original side cord selvages, intact or restored
Foundation: Traditional woven foundation

Condition Details

This vintage Persian Hamadan rug shows even wear down to the knot heads with faint foundation visibility consistent with age.

Most of the original side cord selvages remain intact or have been restored. The sides and ends are fully secured.

There is light contouring to the shape, most visible toward the center, within normal margins for a hand-knotted rug of this type and age.

The rug has been recently professionally cleaned and is ready for immediate in-home placement.

Care Instructions

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

Use a quality rug pad to improve stability and reduce movement.

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

FAQ

Is this rug one of a kind?
Yes. Each vintage Hamadan rug is unique in drawing, abrash, and tonal variation.

What interiors does this rug suit best?
This rug works beautifully in eclectic, traditional, and layered interiors where strong color and village authenticity are appreciated.

Is the rug ready for use?
Yes. It has been professionally cleaned and is ready for placement.

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ORIGIN STORY

The Hamadan Collection

Darya is a vintage Hamadan rug distinguished by bold medallions, saturated dyes, and expressive village-level drawing. Woven across numerous villages in and around the Hamadan region of western Persia, these rugs reflect regional variation while sharing a common emphasis on durability and confident geometry.

Hamadan rugs are celebrated for their strong outlines, pronounced abrash, and medallion-centered compositions that feel grounded rather than delicate. Their palettes often feature deep blues, madder reds, and warm earth tones, creating pieces that anchor a room with warmth and authenticity. Character-driven and structurally sound, Hamadan rugs function as approachable heirloom foundations for both traditional interiors and thoughtfully layered modern spaces.