This oversized 14x18 monumental antique Sultanabad rug is an extraordinary addition to Rug & Kilim’s Antique collection; a masterpiece of traditional court design, hand-knotted in wool and originating from Persia circa 1800.On the Design:This antique Sultanabad rug is from the collection of Y & B Bolour. Admirers of the craft will recognize this antique Sultanabad among those of a particular architectural influence to its design, especially in the notably charming balance of its field, which hosts a variety of grand motifs from scrolling split-leaf arabesques to oversized palmettes. Central to the layout is a beautifully spaced vertical arrangement of dual multi-tiered medallions, branching out into a sweeping network of vines that anchor the vast field. Rather than overwhelming the canvas, the master weavers provided exceptional breathing room around each botanical element; an open spatial balance that gives the expansive layout a light, airy elegance exemplary of the sensibility that makes such Sultanabads of this style so sought-after today.Notable aspects include the deliberate command of symmetrical grandeur and the use of fluid decorative movement to define the floor plane. The design employs a palette dominated by a deeply striated, heavily abrash-washed background of warm terracotta pink and brick red, contrasted by neutral tracks of soft beige, sandy taupe, and pale cream. Keen eyes for detail shall admire the architectural syncretism characteristic of historic Arak production, blending traditional heritage with transitional design sensibilities. Condition:This oversized antique Sultanabad rug is in good condition for its age and origin.