This is a Haji Jalili Tabriz rug made c. 1880s. The center is made up of repeated large diamond shapes. Every inch of the surrounding area is filled with incredibly detailed and delicate floral patterns. The border is also composed of floral patterns however these flow sideways separating them from the center floral patterns. If you look closely you can see that this rug has lush red, light/dark blues, cream, and gold.

Haji Jalili was one of the most important figures during the end of the 19th century. He had a unique approach to rug making and was known for his distinctive color palettes and formal qualities.

Tabriz is a city located in north west Iran and is known as a general category of Persian Rugs. These rugs played a significant role in the development of traditions and decorative arts in this region. Rug making is an art form passed on from generation to generation and considered a valuable part of Persian heritage.