Persian Goum Rug – 100% Silk – Shah Period (circa 1960)

Persian rug from the holy city of Ghoum (Qom), made entirely by hand around 1960, during the reign of Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi. This masterpiece of Iranian craftsmanship illustrates the exceptional know-how of the master weavers of Ghoum, renowned for their mastery of silk and their fine knotting. Composed exclusively of natural silk – silk on silk (warp, weft and pile) – it is distinguished by its incomparable luster, its softness to the touch and its impressive density approaching 1,000,000 knots per square meter, testifying to extreme meticulousness. This rug features a rich and harmonious decoration: a central floral medallion of the mandala type blossoms in the heart of a field adorned with delicate scrolls, stylized flowers and large corner palmettes. The subtle and nuanced color palette combines ivory tones with golden highlights with accents of garnet, ruby red, saffron, brown, olive green, pink and blue-grey, giving the whole a visual depth and a rare elegance. The main border, a deep red, is decorated with a silk floral pattern that perfectly highlights the richness of the central design. In very good general condition, this rug shows only a few discreet signs of use at the ends, without altering its beauty or integrity. The original fringes are still present. A true collector's item, this rug combines refined aesthetics and technical perfection. It will naturally find its place in a prestigious living room, a reception room or any other room of character. It will appeal to both textile art lovers and demanding collectors, in search of authenticity, history and nobility in materials. A heritage jewel, reflecting a unique cultural and artistic legacy. Measurements: 3.50 m x 2.42 m