Antique Shahsavan Tribal Kilim, Handwoven Wool, Southwestern Pattern, Earth Tones, 5x7

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Woven over a century ago by the nomadic Shahsavan tribes of Northwest Persia, this rare early 1900s kilim is a … Read more Woven over a century ago by the nomadic Shahsavan tribes of Northwest Persia, this rare early 1900s kilim is a beautifully preserved example of one of the most distinctive flatweave traditions in the Persian world. The Shahsavan — whose name means "those who love the Shah" — were renowned for textiles of exceptional quality and a design sensibility that combined bold geometric patterning with a refined sense of color. This piece features alternating wide bands in black, brick red, ivory, gray, and pale green, a palette that has mellowed over more than a century into a spectrum of quiet, nuanced tones that complement modern and traditional interiors with equal ease. Its wide-band format and room-filling proportions echo the aesthetic of large Navajo rugs, making it a rare cross-cultural treasure for the serious collector.


Dimensions: 4’ 6” x 6’ 9"

Date of Manufacture: 1st Quarter of the 1900s

Place of Origin: Northwest Persia

Material: Wool on a wool foundation with vegetable dyes

Condition: Wear consistent with age and use


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