Antique Persian Malayer Rug With Geometric Medallion Design Antique Persian rug in shades of orange-red, light blue gray, and taupe, Keivan Woven Arts, rug SUS-1908-2, country of origin / type: Iran / Malayer, circa 1910. Measures: 4'6 x 6'6 This traditional Persian Malayer carpet from the early 20th century is characterized by its orange-red central field, which hosts a hexagonal medallion and rests atop a more subtle field of blue and taupe tones. The piece is surrounded by a multi-tiered border filled with unique designs and rendered in deeper shades of red and taupe, which frames it beautifully.