Tree of Life: A Masterpiece of Weaving from Qom

Tree of Life: A Masterpiece of Weaving from Qom

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Bring timeless symbolism and masterful artistry into your space with this exceptional handmade Persian rug from Qom, Iran. Featuring the iconic “Tree of Life” design, this one-directional composition tells a story of growth, beauty, and spirituality—woven in stunning detail.

Materials and Craftsmanship

Crafted with premium kurk wool pile on a pure silk foundation, this rug represents a rare and luxurious combination treasured by collectors and connoisseurs of fine Persian craftsmanship. The dense knotting—reaching hundreds of thousands of knots per square meter—reflects the meticulous standards of Qom’s prestigious weaving tradition.

Each knot is a deliberate stroke, guided by the weaver’s mastery and inherited knowledge. The result is a textile masterpiece with a level of precision rivaling miniature painting.

Qom rug tree of life pattern

The Tree of Life: Symbolism and Meaning

At the heart of the design stands the Tree of Life, an ancient and sacred motif in Persian art. It rises upward from a blooming garden, its branches spreading symmetrically symbolizing not only natural growth but also spiritual ascension and cosmic balance.

Rooted in ancient Zoroastrian, Islamic, and Sufi traditions, the Tree of Life has long represented:

  • The connection between the material and divine realms (axis mundi)
  • Eternal renewal and the cycle of life and death
  • The journey of the soul toward enlightenment

The upward composition guides the eye—and the spirit—toward transcendence. Every leaf and blossom along its branches contribute to a narrative of harmony, hope, and higher purpose.

Design Details and Artistic Harmony

The tree rises from a garden lush with cypress, hyacinth, and iris—flowers imbued with deep symbolic meaning:

  • Cypress: resilience and immortality
  • Hyacinth: rebirth and mystic longing
  • Iris: beauty and purity

Surrounding the main field, the floral border represents an eternal garden—paradise, as imagined in Persian and Islamic aesthetics. Each motif is perfectly balanced and symmetrically arranged, a tribute to both mathematical precision and spiritual vision.

warm tones on rug in light

Color Philosophy

The palette of this rug was selected with remarkable sensitivity, with each color chosen to evoke a sense of harmony and deeper meaning:

  • Deep reds: conveying warmth, vitality, and the pulse of life
  • Lapis blues: symbolizing wisdom, inner reflection, and spiritual depth
  • Ivory and soft golds: representing purity, light, and divine presence
  • Earthy greens: suggesting growth, renewal, and natural balance

As light moves across the silk foundation, these colors subtly shift and come alive mirroring the soul’s own journey through perception, transformation, and truth.

Placement and Presence

More than a floor covering, this Qom rug is a work of art and a cultural legacy. Ideal for elegant interiors, serene meditation rooms, or gallery displays, it invites reflection and elevates any environment it enters.

Whether passed down as an heirloom or treasured as a personal masterpiece, it becomes part of your story—growing more meaningful with each year.

A Legacy Woven in Silk and Soul

This rug embodies the union of form, function, and philosophy. From its symbolic core to its radiant surface, it offers a profound narrative of human artistry and spiritual aspiration.
Its craftsmanship is enduring.
Its story, eternal.
Let it enrich your space—with grace, legacy, and soul.

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