A Gabbeh Qashqai Rug

A Gabbeh Qashqai Rug, Southwest Persia, late 19th C. Two diamond medallions covering the field. Old examples of Persian gabbeh (connoting unclipped in Farsi) rugs are quite rare. This rug was probably woven by the Qashqai tribe from the mountainous Zagros region. Though worn, the primary composition and beautiful mellow colours set this example apart as a classic piece from the early weaving era. 7 ft 10 in by 3 ft 10 in

A Gabbeh Qashqai Rug, Southwest Persia, early 20th C. A classic old Southwest Persian gabbeh (signifying unclipped in Farsi) rug, most likely woven by the Qashqai tribe. A very simple and bold composition of three diamond medallions filled with minimal geometric flower and square icons. The simplicity of the field is further enhanced by a set of two minimal borders in the mountainpeak design. 6 ft 8 in by 4 ft 8 in