Vintage Persian Qashqai Kilim birds the Herati pattern

the Herati pattern

In excellent condition

Stock Number: BR1316

Size: 128 x 75 cm | 4'2" x 2'5"

a city in central Iran that has been weaving since at least the 15th century and is recognised by UNESCO as an Intangible Cultural Heritage of carpet weaving

Vintage Persian Qashqai Kilim birds the Herati patternThe Qashqai are a nomadic tribe from the Fars Province of southwestern Iran, migrating twice a year across the Zagros Mountains between highland summer pastures and lowland winter grazing grounds. They have a saying: "Where I am is my carpet. Where my carpet and I am is my home." For a people who travelled hundreds of kilometres each year, the kilim wasn't dcor. It was home, carried on their backs between worlds. The kilim is the most nomadic of all