Antique Persian Malayer Rug circa 1900. The central deep navy field filled with boteh's and surrounded by an ivory border with floral designs to create this charming looking and harmonious rug. Antique rugs from Malayer, east of Hamadan, could be considered top quality Hamadan’s and they share similar structural aspects. Although seemingly urban, virtually every Malayer contains village touches: birds, animals, people or random geometric elements. This makes them playful and unexpected. Some small rugs in medallion patterns and fine weaves mimic Kashan’s or Feraghan Sarouks while larger carpets often employ repeating patterns.
