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Palatial Vintage Ziegler Mahal
545 × 396 cm · Sand Beige & Garnet Red
Large-scale floral palmettes in sand beige, muted rose and garnet red — a true palatial format in hand-spun, naturally dyed wool.
Design Heritage and Knotting Tradition
The Ziegler Mahal design was refined in the late 19th century by Ziegler & Co. in the Mahal/Sultanabad region of central Iran — large-scale floral palmettes arranged in a symmetrical all-over layout, scaled and recoloured for Western architectural tastes. The style became one of the most enduring bridges between Persian knotting tradition and European interiors.
Hand-knotted in Afghanistan between 1990 and 2000, this palatial piece carries the design forward in 100 % hand-spun wool dyed with natural pigments on a cotton foundation. The muted palette — sand beige, muted rose, garnet red — reads as if softened by decades of light, while the construction is robust and freshly preserved. A piece of this scale and quality is also a lasting investment.
Presence in the Room
At 545 × 396 cm (21.6 m², approx. 18 × 13 ft) this is a true palatial format. Three contexts in which the piece reaches its full effect:
- Grand salon and stately interiors: beneath a generous sofa group with classical or eclectic furniture, the Ziegler Mahal grounds the space with quiet authority.
- Formal dining hall: under a long table for ten to fourteen, the all-over floral palmettes read as a horizontal artwork from above.
- Hospitality and reception rooms: in hotel lobbies, club libraries or embassy reception rooms, the muted palette holds the room without competing with the architecture.
Specifications
| Size | 545 × 396 cm (approx. 18 × 13 ft) · 21.6 m² (palatial) |
| Design | Palatial all-over Ziegler Mahal, floral palmettes |
| Origin | Hand-knotted in Afghanistan |
| Technique | Hand-knotted, Persian knot |
| Material | 100 % hand-spun wool on cotton foundation, naturally dyed |
| Colours | Sand beige, muted rose, garnet red, camel, sage |
| Era | Vintage, c. 1990–2000 |
| Condition | Very good, freshly washed and preserved |
| Underfloor heating | Suitable |
| Reference | #16128 |
1stDibs Recognised Dealer · Spencer (2021)
On 1stDibs we have been a verified seller since 2013, with 5.0/5 stars across 18 reviews and the „Recognized Dealer“ badge. Our pieces have appeared in international film productions, including Spencer (2021) with Kristen Stewart.
Responsible Origin · Label STEP
Djoharian is a certified partner of Label STEP, the international fair-trade organisation for hand-knotted rugs — a commitment to dignified working conditions and against child labour in rug production.
Djoharian — Since 1967
Our family business was founded in 1967, with roots in the Grand Carpet Bazaar of Tehran. Five decades of trade and connoisseurship inform every piece we offer — inspected and professionally washed in our atelier in Lohr am Main, shipped with a certificate of authenticity.
Shipping Costs & Delivery Times
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International Rates
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Germany (1–4 Days) Over 100.00 EUR: Free ShippingCart 0.00–100.00 EUR: 7.95 EUR
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Europe (Eurozone) (1–4 Days) Over 100.00 EUR: Free ShippingBelgium, Estonia, Ireland, Greece, Spain, France, Italy, Latvia, Lithuania, Luxembourg, Malta, Netherlands, Austria, Portugal, Slovenia, Slovakia, Finland, Cyprus, Croatia, Czech RepublicCart 0.00–100.00 EUR: 16.50 EUR
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Denmark (1–4 Days) Over 1,500.00 KR: Free ShippingCart 0.00–1,500.00 KR: 120.00 KR
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USA (1–4 Days) Over 100.00 USD: Free ShippingCart 0.00–100.00 USD: 15.00 USD
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Canada (1–4 Days) Over 500.00 CAD: Free ShippingCart 0.00–500.00 CAD: 65.00 CAD
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Saudi Arabia (4–8 Days) Over 2,200.00 SAR: Free ShippingCart 0.00–2,200.00 SAR: 250.00 SAR
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Singapore (4–8 Days) Over 2,500.00 SGD: Free Shipping0.00–500.00 SGD: 85.00 SGD | 500.00–2,500.00 SGD: 150.00 SGD
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South Africa (By Weight in EUR)Up to 10kg: 110.00 | 15kg: 125.00 | 20kg: 145.00 | 30kg: 185.00
40kg: 200.00 | 50kg: 225.00 | 60kg: 235.00 | 70kg: 285.00
We ship worldwide. For an individual shipping offer to countries not listed, please contact us.
Customs & Export Information
Purchases above EUR 1,000.00 must be declared to the German Customs office. Please allow two additional business days for processing the Export Declaration Form prior to shipment.
EU Customers: All items are shipped from our gallery in Bavaria, Germany. Sales to customers within the European Union include VAT; no customs duties apply.
Non-EU Customers: Sales to destinations outside the EU do not include German VAT or international customs duties. Any import taxes or duties charged by the destination country are the sole responsibility of the buyer. Customs clearance is handled by the shipping company; any applicable fees will be collected upon or before delivery.
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