Handmade Antique Persian Malayer Runner Rug 2.5' x 12.5' (77cm x 382cm), 1920s - 1C1143

A Rare Tribal Runner from North‑West Persia

This handmade antique Persian Malayer runner rug was woven in the Malayer region of Persia in the 1920s. Malayer carpets are celebrated for their harmonious interplay of geometric patterns and floral motifs, hand‑knotted in durable wool over a cotton foundation. This exceptional piece exemplifies the technical expertise and regional identity of early 20th‑century Persian tribal design 

Elegant Elongated Form for Narrow Spaces

With impressive dimensions of 2 feet 6 inches by 12 feet 6 inches (77 cm x 382 cm), this runner is tailor‑made for long hallways, gallery walls, or parallel to furniture. The proportion creates dramatic visual flow while preserving the historic ambiance of the piece 

Warm Red Base with Intricate Cream and Dark Motifs

The runner features a rich red field, softly distressed with age and time. Delicate geometric and floral motifs in cream and deep outlines repeat rhythmically down its length. Stylized rosettes and boteh‑inspired forms emerge within elongated hexagonal medallions, lending both order and poetry to the design

Hand‑Knotted Craftsmanship & Antique Character

Crafted with symmetrical knotting on a cotton foundation, this runner displays finely looped knots and low wool pile typical of Malayer weavers. The wear is consistent and even, giving it a softly faded, authentic antique patina. This piece has lived—and aged—with elegance.

A Heritage Piece for Thoughtful Interiors

Its warm palette and linear layout make it ideal for classic or modern interiors that appreciate subtle vintage narrative. This runner brings character to transitional zones in interiors—every step suggests a story.

Key Information

Type: Handmade antique Persian Malayer runner rug
Age: Circa 1920s
Origin: Malayer region, Northwestern Persia
Material: Hand-knotted wool over cotton foundation
Condition: Good antique condition, showing time-worn charm and soft fading
Style: Tribal‑village Persian runner, geometric and floral motifs
Design: Elongated hexagonal medallions, boteh‑like symbolism, all‑over pattern
Dimensions: 2' 6" × 12' 6" (77 cm × 382 cm)
Colors: Warm Red field, Cream motifs, Dark outlining, subtle earth tones