Vintage Qashqai kilim from Iran. 151×146 cms

Square Vintage Qashqai Kilim –  Iran

This rare, nearly square Qashqai kilim from southwestern Iran measures 150 × 150 cm and features a beautifully handwoven field in undyed natural white wool, giving it a clean, soft, and organic look.

At the center is a main medallion, framed by four additional medallions in each corner, creating a balanced and symmetrical composition. Along two of the borders, the weaver has incorporated bright chevron-style bands, adding rhythm and color to the otherwise neutral design.

With its vivid accents and compact square shape, this kilim is a perfect fit for a dark hallway, small square space, or a child’s bedroom—bringing warmth, color, and traditional charm.

A distinctive detail: the warps (visible in the fringes) are made from dark goat hair, known for its strength and durability, giving the piece structural integrity as well as visual contrast.

Material: 100% hand-spun sheep wool and goat hair for the warps

Size: 151×146 cms

Origin: Qashqai tribe, Iran

Date of weaving: 1980s

Turkic-speaking pastoral nomadic tribal groups began entering central and southern Iran during the eleventh and twelfth centuries.The Qashqai, as a large tribal unit, dates back at least to the early eighteenth century, when some Turkish(Turki)-speaking tribal groups in the region existed under the name Qashqai.

Qashqai kilims are best known for their boldness and and freedom in the way the pattern is drawn. An aesthetically pleasing geometry, the fineness of their wool and their clear, strong colours combine to ensure their reputation as superlative examples.