Handmade Persian Tabriz Polo Rug – Celebrating the History of Polo Sport
For passionate polo enthusiasts and lovers of fine art, this Handmade Persian Tabriz Polo Rug is a rare treasure that captures the beauty, energy, and heritage of the world’s oldest team sport. Polo, often called “the game of kings,” originated over 2,500 years ago in ancient Persia, where it was both a royal pastime and a cavalry training exercise. Today, it remains a symbol of elegance, skill, and strategy across the globe.
This remarkable pictorial rug vividly depicts an exhilarating polo scene—horses in full gallop, mallets raised, and riders in perfect harmony with their mounts. Every detail is expertly woven using the finest kork wool and lustrous silk, set on a luxurious silk foundation for exceptional durability and refined texture. At 45 years old, this rug is in immaculate, like-new condition, a testament to its superior craftsmanship and careful preservation.
Whether admired as a wall-hanging art piece or placed as a luxurious floor covering in a living room, bedroom, or polo club, it instantly elevates any space with sophistication and cultural depth. It’s more than a decorative accent—it’s a tangible link to the history of polo sport and the centuries-old tradition of Persian weaving.
Rug Size: 6.9 x 5 ft
Origin: Tabriz, Persia
Materials: Kork Wool & Silk on Silk Foundation
Age: 45 Years | Condition: Like New
Bring home a piece of polo history and Persian artistry—an heirloom that will inspire admiration for generations.
A Rug That Tells the Story of Polo
Polo, often called “the game of kings,” began over 2,500 years ago in ancient Persia as a cavalry training exercise for warriors. It quickly became a royal pastime, symbolizing speed, skill, and strategy. From Persia, the sport traveled across Asia, reaching India, China, and eventually Europe, where it became a symbol of elegance and prestige.
Persian artisans have long celebrated polo in their art, weaving vivid game scenes into luxurious rugs. Our Handmade Persian Tabriz Pictorial Polo Rug continues that tradition, capturing the energy of galloping horses, poised riders, and the thrill of competition in every intricate knot.
This rug is not only a decorative masterpiece but also a living connection to polo’s ancient heritage. Whether displayed on your floor or as a wall hanging, it’s a conversation piece that bridges sport, history, and fine Persian craftsmanship.
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