Hamadan Tribal Runner – Five Medallion Layout
- Materials: Hand-knotted wool pile on a cotton foundation
- Age: Circa 1980s
- Size: 4' 5" x 13' 9" (135 x 420 cm)
- Thickness: 7 mm
- Origin: Hamadan region, western Persia
- Condition: Great condition, charming Abrash, ready to enjoy for everyday use
If you’ve been hunting for a statement corridor piece, this Hamadan runner is the real deal. Five nested octagonal medallions march down a field of mellow terra‑cotta abrash that fades gently into weathered chestnut—proof of decades of sunlight and honest wear. Each medallion is ringed with tiny ivory latch‑hooks and filled with stylised willow motifs in sage, slate‑grey, and brick.
The border is pure village storytelling: angular motifs, lozenges, and shy little flowers, all drawn in a soft mineral‑green that feels almost Art‑Deco against the red ground. Despite its generous length, the runner is only 7 mm thick, so doors glide over it and vacuuming is a breeze.
Perfect spots: a long hallway, behind a sofa in an open‑plan loft, or flanking a galley kitchen where its earthy palette can play off copper cookware and stone counters. Think of it as a river of Persian folk art guiding guests from one room to the next.
