Vintage Persian Malayer Square Rug — 1940s | 2'8" × 2'10"

2'8" x 2'10"

$945.00

Vintage Persian Malayer Square Rug — 1940s | 2'8" × 2'10"

The Bahram

★★★★★ 4.9 STAR SELLER RATING

An heirloom rug from the Malayer collection

Vintage Persian Malayer Square Rug — 1940s | 2'8" × 2'10"

$945.00

Authentic Vintage

Persian handmade

professionally cleaned

The Vintage Persian Malayer Square Rug is a mid-20th-century hand-knotted wool piece that brings disciplined geometry and village-scale charm into intimate interior spaces. Woven in Persia circa the 1940s, this Malayer rug features lattice-delineated panels with central quatrefoil floral blossoms—structured, rhythmic, and quietly assertive in character.

Origin: Persia (Iran)
Age: Vintage, circa 1940s
Type: Square rug
Construction: Hand-knotted
Pile: Wool pile
Use: Indoor
Size: 2'8" × 2'10"

Each rug is handcrafted and timeworn. Variations in weave, proportion, and color are natural characteristics of vintage handmade rugs and reflect their authenticity rather than imperfections.

Description

This vintage Persian Malayer rug is organized around a lattice panel composition, with each compartment framing a central floral blossom rendered in quatrefoil drawing. The structured grid lends architectural clarity, while subtle hand-drawn nuances prevent the design from feeling mechanical.

A reciprocating pawn minor border encases the field, adding a rhythmic outer cadence that complements the interior lattice pattern. The scale is unusual for its type and age, giving the rug distinctive presence in a compact format.

The palette balances brick red and indigo blue against ivory, mallard green, beige, sand, and pale coffee brown. The tones feel grounded and earthy, reinforcing the rug’s village-woven authenticity.

Bahram functions beautifully as a statement accent—ideal for layered interiors, entryways, or collectors drawn to structured geometry with subtle movement.

History

Malayer rugs are woven in western Persia, a region known for combining tribal intuition with more settled workshop structure.

By the 1940s, Malayer weavers frequently employed lattice fields and compartmentalized floral arrangements, balancing geometric order with organic detail.

Vintage Malayer rugs from this era are valued for their durability, expressive drawing, and approachable scale.

About the Name

Bahram is the modern Persian form of the Avestan name Vərəthraghna, meaning “victory over resistance.” In Zoroastrian tradition, Bahram was associated with triumph and strength, and the name was borne by several Sasanian emperors. It is also the Persian name for the planet Mars.

The structured lattice and assertive geometry of the design echo this spirit of disciplined force—ordered, deliberate, and resilient.

Bahram is a rug defined by grounded strength—compact in scale yet firm in presence.

Materials & Composition

Primary material: Wool
Construction: Hand-knotted
Edges: Original side cord selvages, intact or restored
Foundation: Traditional woven foundation

Condition Details

This vintage Persian Malayer rug retains even original pile height across the surface.

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

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

Care Instructions

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

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

Rotate periodically to encourage even wear. For deep cleaning, consult a professional experienced with hand-knotted Persian rugs.

FAQ

Is this rug one of a kind?
Yes. Each vintage Malayer rug is unique in drawing, proportion, and coloration.

What interiors does this rug suit best?
This rug works beautifully in traditional, eclectic, or collected interiors where structured geometry and earthy tones are appreciated.

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

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Heirloom rugs (including vintage & antique) are returnable within 3 days of delivery, unless otherwise noted.
Heirloom rugs purchased on sale or with a discount are final sale.
Contemporary rugs are returnable within 14 days of delivery, unless otherwise noted.
Return authorization is required.

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★★★★★ 4.9 STAR SELLER RATING

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ORIGIN STORY

The Malayer Collection

Bahram is a vintage Malayer rug distinguished by structured allover patterning, nuanced abrash, and deeply rooted village craftsmanship. Woven in western Persia, Malayer rugs translate classical Persian motifs into expressive, highly livable designs.

Malayer rugs are celebrated for their Herati patterns, balanced repetition, and complex yet restrained palettes. Durable and quietly elegant, they function as grounding foundation pieces—bringing rhythm, depth, and authenticity to both traditional interiors and thoughtfully modern spaces.