Mazandaran Kilim Stripe Design n°:307488

Kilim Description

Mazandaran Kilim, archaic and minimalist art: a visual journey between nature and absolute modernism. This extraordinary Mazandaran Kilim embodies an aesthetic that, in its extreme simplicity, appears strikingly modern. Crafted using flat-weave techniques, the rug presents a succession of horizontal bands alternating warm brown tones and natural wool hues. The organic shading of the fibers, untouched by superfluous decorative motifs, creates a vibrant surface that seems to stretch toward the infinite, evoking distant horizons and primordial landscapes.

Ethno-Anthropological Context: From an anthropological perspective, Mazandaran kilims are artifacts deeply rooted in the domestic life of semi-nomadic groups and rural populations in the Alborz valleys. Unlike carpets intended for courtly markets, these were functional objects, often used as blankets, tent dividers, or protection against the region’s humid cold. Their “striped” aesthetic (Soffreh) stems from functional necessity: they were often woven on narrow looms in long strips and then stitched together. This technical genesis birthed a unique visual language: a spiritual minimalism where beauty lies entirely in the purity of the wool and the rhythm of the color.

Aesthetic Features: The design is archaic yet speaks the language of contemporary design. The natural tonal variations of the wool (abrash) provide the artifact with a hypnotic depth, making it a furnishing piece of rare intellectual elegance. It doesn’t just “furnish”; it defines the space with a silent, powerful presence.

Condition: Excellent. The fiber is intact and retains all its original textural strength. Meticulously preserved at the Mollaian Rugs Gallery.

Dimensions & Interior Design Advice: 250 × 73 cm. A slender format, perfect for hallways with character or as a vertical decorative element (wall hanging), capable of harmonizing beautifully with both rustic and ultra-modern interiors.

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At Mollaian srl we try to do our best, giving a new life to some of antique rugs with minor problems, that may have affected by age. So, apart from what is visible on the presented photos, it should be noted that the rugs are professionally cleaned, and where necessary, the Selvages/Sides and Ends/Fringes have been secured. Upon request, we can provide a complete condition report (including any retouch performed by our restoration team), if it is not already presented down below.