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The Maharaja’s Lattice: Vintage Indian Sultanabad Masterpiece of Regal Elegance

$2,100
£1,576.18
€1,839.19
CA$2,966.88
A$2,974.52
CHF 1,723.71
MX$36,346.33
NOK 19,975.40
SEK 20,398.23
DKK 13,747.46

About the Item

74739 Vintage Indian Sultanabad Rug, 08'01 x 09'10. The Maharaja’s Lattice: A Vintage Sultanabad Masterpiece of Regal Elegance. This hand knotted wool vintage Sultanabad rug from India channels the grandeur of 19th-century design traditions shaped for expansive interiors and cultivated living. Its striking composition draws from the celebrated Sultanabad aesthetic—adapted and interpreted through Indian ateliers—resulting in a masterwork that feels both worldly and deeply rooted in classical Persian influence. The dark, commanding field establishes a sense of presence, creating a stage where pattern and symbolism unfold with quiet authority. Across the exceptional field, an allover lattice organizes a garden of stylized palmettes, rosettes, and serrated leaves into a rhythmic network. The palmette, long associated with vitality and prosperity, anchors the composition, while rosettes symbolize renewal and the cyclical nature of life. Angular vinery connects each iconic motif, forming a continuous framework that suggests unity and cultivated abundance. This structured arrangement evokes the idealized Persian garden—ordered, flourishing, and infinite in its conceptual reach. Framing the stunning field, a palmette and acanthus leaf main border introduces a classical vocabulary tied to endurance and artistic lineage. The acanthus, celebrated across centuries of decorative arts, conveys a sense of permanence and cultivated taste, while the palmettes echo the vitality of the field within a more formal procession. Flanking this border, rosette meander guard bands create a subtle cadence, guiding the eye along the perimeter while reinforcing harmony and continuity. To place this exquisite work of art within a space is to embrace a tradition of refined living, where scale, balance, and symbolism converge. It appeals to collectors who understand the language of legacy—those drawn to pieces that offer depth beyond surface beauty. This extraordinary masterpiece stands as a testament to cross-cultural artistry, an heirloom of distinction that brings together heritage, design, and the enduring allure of a garden imagined through the hands of master weavers. Rendered in variegated shades of black, beige, camel, mauve, rose, olive, brown, sage, and burgundy with other accent colors. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in India. Measures: 08’01 x 09’10. Date: 1960s. Mid-20th Century.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 97 in (246.38 cm)Length: 118 in (299.72 cm)
  • Style:
    Sultanabad (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1960-1969
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 74739 Vintage Persian Sultanabad Indian Rug, 08'01 X 09'101stDibs: LU942934868702

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