Antique Qashqai Persian Rug With Diamond Medallions in Beige & Pink - Rug & Kilim

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Hand-knotted in pure wool and originating circa 1910-1919 from Persia, this 7x12 antique Persian rug joins Rug & Kilim’s Antique … Read more Hand-knotted in pure wool and originating circa 1910-1919 from Persia, this 7x12 antique Persian rug joins Rug & Kilim’s Antique collection as an extraordinary collectible from Qashqai tribal provenance. The framework centers on three stepped diamond medallions framed by horizontal pole arms, floating tribal figures, and multi-tiered geometric borders in vibrant terracotta and gold.

On the Design:

Curated by the nomadic Qashqai confederation wandering the rugged Zagros Mountains of Southwestern Persia, this antique carpet captures the untamed artistic spirit and ancestral lore of tribal weaving culture. In Qashqai history, rugs were not merely utilitarian floor coverings but living narratives of tribal identity—crafted entirely from memory without written cartoons, passing symbolic motifs through generations of master women weavers. This piece represents an uncommon architectural format for Qashqai weaving, where the grand vertical scale meets the intimate spontaneity of nomadic expression. Every motif served as a talismanic protector or an homage to the natural world, capturing the nomadic relationship with the sweeping Persian landscape. The visual layout unfolds along a commanding vertical axis, anchored by three stepped diamond medallions linked with extended horizontal pole arms.
The upper register features a striking transition of color theory, where the natural, sun-washed camel-beige field shifts dramatically into a vibrant blush pink and terracotta abrash across the top field. Suspended within this field are intricate tribal devices: stylized human figures, small quadrupeds, geometric lozenges, and protective talismans scattered with artistic freedom around the medallions. Framing the field is a series of narrow, multi-tiered guard borders carrying repeating running-dog patterns, tiny flower-heads, and geometric fretwork in terracotta red, saffron gold, and dark accents. Through its interplay of negative space, luminous natural dyes, and tribal discipline, this antique Qashqai rug offers a captivating centerpiece for curated traditional and contemporary interiors.

Condition:

This antique Persian Qashqai rug further enjoys good condition for its age and origin. See less