Khamseh Nomad Carpet, 172 X 198 Cm, Wool On Wool, Hand-knotted In Iran, Early 20th Century

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Old carpet of the Khamseh nomadic tribes with a length of 198 cm x width 172 cm from the beginning of the 20th century.
Beautiful rug from the Shiraz region, hand-knotted in wool on wool by the women of the Khamseh tribe.
Totally random decor indeed little symmetry is present in the field of the carpet including in the inverted squares.
These polygons are typical of these regions and of the work of the different ethnic groups that live there.
A bestiary, horses, poultry, snakes are tied in a profusion of plants, all in a stylized way. the dyes used for dyeing come mainly from plants and minerals.
Earth tones and many blues, pink and green.
The inspiration for these motifs comes mainly from folklore and local superstitions, but also and above all from the frescoes and columns of ancient Persepolis near this sector.
The set is enhanced with a wide border and two braids.
The wool used comes from a mixture of wool from sheep, goats, camels, and you can also find horsehair.
The Khamseh tribe is from the Shiraz sector in the province of Fars in the southwest of Iran.
This soft carpet is in very good condition, including the overlocks and the fringes.
This rug is sold like all of our rugs with an invoice equivalent to a certificate.
This rug has been professionally and environmentally cleaned.
Dimensions: Width: 172 cm (68") - Length: 198 cm (78")
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