4x6 Fine Antique Samarkand Silk & Metallic Thread Rug | Pictorial Design

Immerse yourself in the Silk Road's rich tapestry of mysticism with this extraordinary Antique Pictorial Samarkand Rug. Measuring 5'1" x 4'0" (approx. 4' x 6'), this rare 19th-century East Turkestan masterpiece features a breathtaking raised pure silk pile hand-knotted over a metallic thread chainweave background, creating a shimmering relief effect found only in elite imperial textiles.

The Mystical Allegory: Elephant, Rabbit & Owl East Turkestan (Khotan/Samarkand) served as the historic cultural bridge between China, Central Asia, and Persia. This rug depicts three spiritually charged creatures in Eastern philosophy:

• The Elephant (象 - Xiàng): Strength, Royalty & Supreme Wisdom. In traditional Chinese iconography, the word for elephant sounds like peace (Xíng) and good fortune. The elephant provides the visual and spiritual foundation of the rug, embodying grounding energy, royal status, and unshakeable inner power.

• The Jade Rabbit (兔 - Tù): Longevity, Moon Magic & Compassion. Rooted in Daoist folklore, the Moon Rabbit accompanies the lunar goddess Chang'e, pounding the elixir of immortality. Paired here with the elephant, the rabbit brings grace, longevity, and spiritual purity to the composition.

• The Owl (猫头鹰 - Māotóuyīng): Mystical Vision & Guardian of Secrets. In ancient Eastern tradition, the owl represents keen night vision, acute intuition, and protective sight capable of discerning hidden truths. Overseeing the scene, the owl serves as a vigilant guardian watching over the balance between the earthly and the celestial.

Artisan Weaving & Materials The flat-woven metallic background offers a luminescent sheen that reflects light dynamically across the room, while the intricately hand-knotted pure silk pile rises above the foundation to produce a tactile, 3D relief finish. Produced under the strict ethical manufacturing standards of the Ariana Rugs trademark, each piece represents over 45 years of personal master weaving, restoration, and rug design expertise. We guarantee 100% child-labor-free production while actively supporting and empowering female artisans in traditional weaving communities. Perfectly suited for luxury residential interiors, executive suites, or high-end hospitality designs, this collectible antique is part of our extensive, ready-to-ship trade inventory.

Specifications:

• Collection: Ariana Samarkand Collection

• Size Feet: 5'1" x 4'0" (Approx. 4' x 6')

• Size Inches: 61" x 48"

• Size Centimeters: 154.94 cm x 121.92 cm

• Design: 19th-Century Pictorial Relief (Elephant, Rabbit & Owl Allegory)

• Primary Colors: Shimmering Metallic Gold, Silk Highlights, Earth Tones

• Material: Pure Silk Pile on Metallic Thread Chainweave Foundation

• Construction: Authentic Hand-Knotted Relief Pile / Flatweave Metallic Foundation

• Origin: East Turkestan / Central Asia

• Condition: Excellent 19th-Century Antique Imperial Quality

• Ethical Standards: Fair Trade, Empowering Women Weavers, Child-Labor-Free

• Use: Luxury Residential, Executive Offices, and High-End Hospitality