{"product_id":"kirman-prayer-rug","title":"Kirman Prayer Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePersian Kerman Prayer Rug – Vase, Garden and Bird Motifs, 19th Century Inspiration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin and Inspiration\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis carpet is inspired by a remarkable Persian prayer rug design preserved in the collection of The Metropolitan Museum of Art and historically documented through Sotheby’s catalogue publications.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAttributed to Northern Persia (Kerman region), the original piece dates to the late 19th century and reflects the continuation of Safavid artistic traditions into later workshop production.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrayer rugs of this type are defined by their mihrab (prayer niche)—a symbolic architectural form representing the direction of prayer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA Garden of Symbolism:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnlike earlier, more austere prayer rugs, Kerman examples of this period often transform the niche into a richly detailed garden scene, filled with life, color, and narrative elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMaterials and Craftsmanship\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis piece reflects the refined textile tradition of Persian workshop weaving.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Materials:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePile: Hand-spun wool, dyed with natural pigments\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFoundation: Cotton warp and weft for structural precision\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Weaving Technique:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHand-knotted using Persian (asymmetrical) knotting\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFine weave enabling detailed articulation of floral and figurative motifs\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eLow pile height, enhancing clarity of design\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Origin:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHandwoven following Persian workshop traditions\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Character:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSoft yet structured handle\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBalanced between decorative richness and technical precision\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDesign and Pattern\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design presents a richly layered composition combining architectural structure with naturalistic and symbolic elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Central Structure (Mihrab):\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eA clearly defined prayer niche (mihrab) forms the architectural framework\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe shape resembles a vaulted arch, guiding the visual movement upward\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Vase Motif:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eTwo symmetrical vases anchor the lower field\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom these vases emerge stylized trees and flowering plants\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis motif symbolizes abundance, growth, and the idea of a spiritual garden\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Animal Elements:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBirds are prominently integrated throughout the composition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePositioned within branches and floral elements, they animate the design\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese figures reflect the Persian tradition of combining nature with poetic symbolism\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Field Composition:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe surface is filled with flowers, leaves, and scrolling vegetal forms\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe design creates a sense of a paradise garden within the niche\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e✔ Borders:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eRichly decorated borders frame the composition\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFloral and vine motifs echo the interior design, creating continuity\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eColor Palette and Dyes\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe palette reflects the characteristic richness of Kerman carpets.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis rug boasts a harmonious blend of 10 natural colors, each derived from traditional dyeing methods: Natural Wool Color 320: Specially Washed Sunray Color 405: Henna Cameo Pink 436: Synthetic Dye Scarlet 5: Madder Root Dark Salmon 310: Madders Root - Walnut Hulls Emerald Green 407: Chamomile - indigo Russian Green 418: Henna - Indigo Yellow Green 419: Henna - Indigo Cadet Blue 26: Spurge - Indigo Navy Blue 432: Indigo - Pomegranate\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThese colors work together to enhance both the narrative and architectural qualities of the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSummary\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis Kerman prayer carpet represents a refined interpretation of a 19th century Persian design, where architectural form, natural imagery, and symbolic meaning come together in harmony.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eInspired by museum-held examples and documented auction pieces, it reflects a period in which traditional Safavid design language was reimagined with greater decorative freedom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe combination of mihrab structure, vase composition, and bird motifs transforms the carpet into more than a functional object—it becomes a visual garden, rich in detail and meaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt is both a decorative textile and a narrative composition, offering depth, elegance, and historical resonance.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ararat Rugs","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51737977487656,"sku":"ART00770","price":5400.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0956\/7780\/8936\/files\/ART00770.jpg?v=1776849283","url":"https:\/\/www.araratrugs.com\/products\/kirman-prayer-rug","provider":"Ararat Rugs","version":"1.0","type":"link"}