Mid-20th Century Persian Shiraz Qashqai Hand-Knotted Wool Rug

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A richly colored vintage hand-knotted tribal rug attributed to the Shiraz/Qashqai weaving tradition of southwestern Persia. The composition features a … Read more A richly colored vintage hand-knotted tribal rug attributed to the Shiraz/Qashqai weaving tradition of southwestern Persia. The composition features a large stepped diamond medallion in saturated crimson red, surrounded by deep navy-blue corner fields and multiple narrow geometric borders.

The field is densely decorated with stylized trees, flowering branches, geometric devices and small symbolic motifs in ivory, burnt orange, dark green and burgundy. Four bold tribal emblems punctuate the navy sections, while a smaller diamond medallion anchors the center.

The irregular hand-drawn details, subtle asymmetry and natural-looking color variation give the rug considerable character. Its generous approximately 8-by-10-foot proportions make it well suited for a living room, library, bedroom or study.

The central diamond, red-and-navy palette and densely arranged plants and tribal symbols are strongly associated with rugs woven by Qashqai groups around the Shiraz region, although the exact weaving tribe and date have not been independently authenticated.

Dimensions: 92" × 116" — approximately 7'8" × 9'8"
Construction: Hand-knotted
Material: Wool pile, foundation material unverified
Origin: Attributed to Iran
Period: Estimated mid-20th century
Colors: Crimson red, deep navy, burgundy, ivory, burnt orange and dark green See less