Lot #3: Antique Persian Sarouk Malayer Rug Midnight Navy Blue & Red Mahi Herati Medallion

Authentic hand-knotted Antique Persian Sarouk Malayer area rug. Masterfully woven in west-central Iran, this exquisite piece features a dense, all-over Herati (Mahi) fish pattern over a deeply saturated midnight indigo navy field, radiating outward from a delicate central floral star medallion. The dark center is framed by striking, multi-layered borders in warm brick red and camel ochre gold, heavily detailed with rosettes and scrolling vine work. Hand-woven with high-density, premium-grade mountain wool on a robust cotton foundation, this textile offers incredible design precision and durability. It is an ideal accent size to add rich color, exceptional visual depth, and a luxurious historical centerpiece to a bedroom, home study, cozy den, or grand entryway. • Design & Pattern: It features an exceptionally dense, intricate curvilinear design known as a Mahi or Herati repeating pattern (a classic concentric diamond layout containing fish-like leaf shapes). At its center sits a small, delicate floral star medallion highlighted in soft cream, olive green, and rose tones. • Color Palette: Dominated by a deep, dark midnight indigo navy blue field, beautifully contrasted by a multi-layered border frame featuring warm brick red and rich camel/ochre gold tones. • Condition: good vintage condition, recently cleaned by Persian rug cleaning company. Pickup category timeslot {A}