Description
Very traditional tribal rug from the Zagros Mountains of Southwest Persia. These rugs are handwoven in the mountains near Shiraz and Abadeh.
Medallion design with bold colors — reds and orange — woven and an intricate eye dazzler motif
The carpet displays diamonds, peacocks, tree of life designs, and medallions!
Excellent condition. Some minor wear on the pile. Heavy and solid.
Woven from 100% natural wool — including the warp and weft, which is typical for Qashqai tribal pieces. As these were nomadic people who raised sheep, not farmers who grew cotton, they used their own locally produced natural wool. That tradition generally continues.
Last photo with Morgan silver dollar displays the back of the rug.
The exact size is 8 ft. 2 in. by 5 ft. 5 in.
The Qashqai are a confederation of 5 distinct tribal groups who banded together in a political alliance in the 19th century.
Another confederation — the Khamseh — formed in the 19th century as a counterbalance to the Qashqai. The rugs of all of these tribes are quite similar in many respects.
Shipping is $69 in the continental USA. Possible free pickup with arrangement — East Bay Area; Stockton; Elk Grove; Dublin
Please email me with questions or to arrange a viewing. Thank you.
(Q0229 DDD)
