Vintage Menagerie Circus Rug 3′4″ × 5′3″ circa 1940-1960

A wonderfully expressive vintage Persian village rug featuring a lively collection of animals, birds, florals, and geometric motifs against a rich brick-red field. Leaping ivory and burnt-orange animals are scattered among colorful birds, oversized botanical forms, and a striking central diamond medallion.

Unexpected pops of electric pink, turquoise, cobalt blue, and sage green bring remarkable personality to the composition, while narrow ornamental borders frame the playful, folk-art-inspired design.

Details

Origin/Type: Persian village rug, likely Shiraz/Qashqai region

Circa: 1940-1960

Size: 3′4″ × 5′3″

Material: Wool

Palette: Brick red, ivory, burnt orange, taupe, turquoise, cobalt blue, hot pink, sage green, and black

Condition

Vintage condition with visible age and wear throughout

Areas of lower pile and exposed foundation consistent with age and use

Natural tonal variation and irregularities throughout

Fringe and edges show age-related wear

Notes

A distinctive pictorial weaving with an unusually playful arrangement of animals and botanical motifs. A rug pad is recommended.