Red Background Antique Persian Mahal Rug, Country of Origin: Persia, Circa Date: 1900 – The classic design of this Mahal rug from the turn of the 20th century is the perfect complement to both traditional and contemporary design styles. Interior designers and collectors have a longstanding fascination with the beautiful designs of these village rugs. They have a folk art quality that gives them a whimsical and playful character. Their desirability makes them rather difficult to find on the open market because their owners are seldom willing to part with them.

This beautiful all-over design uses a classic red background and high-contrast midnight blue, light blue, and ivory. The tribal feel of this rug would make it the perfect foundation for a Boho chic room where it would add a layer of vibrant color and geometric pattern. It could also be used to add a pop of color to a contemporary space. It adds a refreshing change to a room that is dominated by simple lines and solid colors.

This antique carpet has a rich and exotic feel that easily invokes a feeling of the natural world and a people that live close to the earth. One of the more recent trends in interior design is using pieces with vibrant color to an otherwise neutral color palette. This carpet has an abundance of greys and ivories throughout, which would allow it to tie into a neutral palette, but the intense red would break up the design and add an element of surprise. The trend of adding a few pieces of vibrant color to a softer, neutral room has found its way into interior designs throughout the popular media recently.

Adding an antique or vintage piece to a modern design is another design trend for which this piece would be perfect. It has an old-world feel but would also add a classic feel to a more contemporary design. Persian rugs have made a bold return in the world of interior design, and they are being used in many new and exciting ways. This is the perfect addition to many contemporary and traditional styles.