4'2" X 5'7" Antique Persian Qashqai Rug [SH-040]

Collector's Notes

This antique Qashqai rug was woven in the mid to late 19th Century. It features three stepped hexagonal medallions that connect to make a totem-like tree design with an intricate abstract drawing within. Interspersed is an all-over garden scene with flowers, tendrils, and blossoms throughout floating on the abrashed blue background. Abrash is commonly seen in antique hand-knotted rugs and refers to the color variation of the wool used during the weaving process. The beautiful field design is surrounded by intricately drawn creatures amongst the blossoming plants on a striking ivory background. Greatly worn accent floor rug or hanging wall art.

Age: Circa 1850-1890
Origin: Southwest Persia
Style: Qashqai (Qashgai)
Dimensions: 4'2" X 5'7"
Condition:  Very good condition for age with even wear across the knot heads. Small professionally repaired slit in the bottom right field (as shown). Original multi-colored selvedge (edges). Secured sides and ends.
Color Palette: 7 colors including ivory, blue, light blue, brown and madder red
Composition: 100% wool

One-of-a-kind antique rug, handwoven and hand-knotted.

Carefully cleaned by hand using our proprietary technique with organic and natural supplies.