Antique Khamseh

$1,600

Origin

Khamseh Confederation, Southern Iran

Age

Circa turn of the 19th century

Dimensions

4'5" x 5'11"

Materials

Hand-knotted wool on wool foundation

Condition

Good. Soft and pliable. Professionally cleaned and sides rebound. End stabilization recommended before floor use.

A lovely gem of a rug from the turn of the 19th century. Soft and pliable in hand, the design has a balance and restraint not always seen in tribal pieces. Aqua greens, intense salmons, pastel yellows, and brick reds come together in a composition that speaks to the eye of both the dyers and the weaver. A testament to the artistry of the Khamseh tribal weavers.