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Four Seasons Isfahan Runner — Hand-Knotted Persian Masterpiece by Master Damsaz
A Poetic Journey Through the Four Seasons
This magnificent Isfahan runner, woven in the renowned workshop of Master Damsaz, captures the beauty of the Four Seasons (Chahar Fasl) in visual poetry.
Each panel of the rug illustrates a distinct scene — spring blossoms, summer gardens, autumn leaves, and winter tranquillity — intricately rendered in fine silk and wool on a pure silk foundation.
The composition is a living tapestry of Persian art, nature, and mysticism, filled with songbirds, flowing streams, blooming trees, and the serenity of swans gliding across blue waters.
Woven Poetry — The Words of Hafez
Surrounding the landscape is a continuous poetry border, featuring eight timeless verses from the celebrated poet Hafez of Shiraz.
Each couplet evokes themes of love, humility, divine wisdom, and the beauty of creation — a hallmark of Persian spiritual art.
The calligraphy is masterfully rendered in Nasta‘liq, harmonizing poetic elegance with visual rhythm.
Craftsmanship and Quality
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Fine Weave: 462 knots per square inch — exceptional precision and clarity of design.
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Materials: Hand-spun virgin wool blended with pure silk for subtle sheen and texture.
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Foundation: 100% silk warp — enhancing lustre and longevity.
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Palette: Delicate shades of sapphire, ivory, rose, and emerald — characteristic of late 20th-century Isfahan artistry.
Every knot of this runner reflects Isfahan’s golden era of weaving, where craftsmanship and literature merge seamlessly.
Provenance: Isfahan, Persia
Workshop: Master Damsaz
Date: Circa late 20th century
Knot Density: ~462 knots per square inch
Weave: Hand-knotted
Warp (Foundation): Pure Silk
Pile: Virgin Wool & Pure Silk
Dimensions: 2'8" x 10'8" (81 x 324 cm)
Collector’s Note
The Four Seasons Isfahan Runner is not merely a carpet — it is a woven anthology of Hafez’s wisdom and a tribute to Persian aesthetics.
It belongs among the most poetic and collectible hand-knotted pieces, ideal for hallways, galleries, or private collections.
Its long, narrow form allows viewers to walk along the path of changing seasons — just as one journeys through the verses of Hafez himself.
Domestic
All of our rugs are shipped via insured expedited service.
You can expect your orders to be delivered within 5-8 business days (except for remote locations). Rest assured all your purchases are backed by the KESHMIRI GUARANTEE.
International:
All of our international shipments are sent via insured expedited service with DHL or Fedex. Please note that applicable taxes and duties for each international destination varies and is the responsibility of the purchaser.
You can expect your international shipments to be delivered within 7-10 business days. Rest assured all your purchases are backed by the KESHMIRI GUARANTEE.
We stand behind the authenticity and quality of our fine collectible rugs. Nothing is more important to us than a transparent transaction that makes our customer happy – so if something goes wrong, you have our word that we will do everything possible to make it right.
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