This Ziegler Mahal Sultanabad rug presents a refined synthesis of tradition and Western market adaptation, distinguished by its spacious composition and elegant palette. The deep navy field anchors a luminous central medallion, from which an open lattice of scrolling vinery, palmettes, and stylized blossoms unfolds with balanced symmetry. Softly abrashed reds, warm ivories, and muted golds lend the design a gentle, decorative harmony, while the broad terracotta border—rich with rosettes and angular floral motifs—frames the composition with confident presence. Characteristic of late 19th–early 20th century Ziegler production, the drawing is both bold and relaxed, prioritizing clarity and scale over density, making the rug particularly well-suited to interiors seeking both structure and warmth.

• Dimensions: 107 x 127 in;  (8 ft 11 in x 10 ft 7 in)

• Style:  Sultanabad Mahal (Of the Period)

• Materials and Techniques: Wool, Hand-Knotted, Hand-Woven

• Place of Origin: Iran

• Period: Early 20th Century

• Date of Manufacture: 1900