Qashqai antique tribal rug 9.8 x 6.9 ft / 298 x 210 cm
A real nomadic rug from the Gashgai or Qashqai tribe from the Fars region.
Qashqai carpets are typical tribal carpets with graphic motifs. Each piece is unique with motifs passed from mother to daughter over generations.
| Origin: |
Gashgai / Qashqai |
| Pile material |
Wool |
| Design: |
Tribal, Boho, Vintage |
| Warp and weft: |
Wool |
| Length: |
9.8 ft - 298 cm |
| Width: |
6.9 ft - 210 cm |
| Pile height: |
Approx. 1/3 inch, 1 cm |
| Age: |
80 - 100 years old - Antique. |
| Condition |
Good condition for age, freshly washed. Some dyes where made using ironoxide. This results an oxidation of the wool and these dyes have worn more than the rest of the pile. Pile is uneven in height as a result. |
| Colors: |
red, brown - vegetable dyes |
| Shape: |
Rectangular |
| Unique: |
Yes |
| Fair Trade: |
Yes, Label STEP certified |
| Sustainable:: |
Yes, new wool is a renewable raw material |
| Anti-slip: |
Rug pad underlay recommended on smooth floors |
| Underfloor heating: |
Yes, suitable |
What is a Gashgai / Qashqai rug?
Quashqai or Gashgai is a nomadic tribe living on the slopes of the Zagros Mountains in the Fars region of southern Persia. The carpets are named after the tribe.
What is typical of Qashqai carpets?
Qashqai carpets are almost always made in the same color scheme. The inner field is red, the border is blue or brown. In the center is a medallion surrounded by stylized animals and plants.
Are Qashqai carpets durable?
Although the knot density in Quashqai carpets is rather low, they have a good to very good durability due to the high-quality and shiny wool.
