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Antique Prayer-rug, Timuri Tribes, Dokhtar-e-qazi Sub-tribe, Borderlands of North-eastern Persia / North-western Afghanistan.
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Antique Prayer-rug, Timuri Tribes, Dokhtar-e-qazi Sub-tribe, Borderlands of North-eastern Persia / North-western Afghanistan.

19th century
Sold 9 March 2025 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
This “Antique Prayer-rug, Timuri Tribes, Dokhtar-e-qazi Sub-tribe, Borderlands of North-eastern Persia / North-western Afghanistan” found a buyer.

It was listed by Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets. Sold pieces stay on Sellingantiques as a record of what has passed through, and the next one is rarely far away.

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Description

This charming little prayer-rug was made by the Timuri 'Dokhtar-e-Qazi' tribe during the last quarter of the nineteenth century.

What is most unusual about this lovely and relatively scarce little rug is the depiction of a stylised 'tree' rising within the central field and up into the pointed mihrab. I have handled and seen a fair number of these Dokhtar-e-Qazi prayer-rugs over the years but I've never seen the use of the central tree in any of them until this one!

Silk can be observed highlighting the pointed mihrab as well as at the very top of the tree, particulary seen in the close-up photos attached.

In very good original condition with the remains of the chevron kilim skirts at the top, this rug therefore, must have been very important to the owner and highly prized.

Size: 1.25m x 1.00m (4' 1" x 3' 3").

Physical Dimensions
Height
125cm (49.21")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Timuri Prayer Rug to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Reference
SA1109088
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2141
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Description
This charming little prayer-rug was made by the Timuri 'Dokhtar-e-Qazi' tribe during the last quarter of the nineteenth century.
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What is most unusual about this lovely and relatively scarce little rug is the depiction of a stylised 'tree' rising within the central field and up into the pointed mihrab.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

I have handled and seen a fair number of these Dokhtar-e-Qazi prayer-rugs over the years but I've never seen the use of the central tree in any of them until this one!

fig 1. An antique handknotted Timuri prayer rug featuring a central mihrab arch, geometric repeating patterns, and a dark red and indigo colour palette with fringed ends.
fig 1. Antique Prayer-rug, Timuri Tribes, Dokhtar-e-qazi Sub-tribe, Borderlands of North-eastern Persia / North-western Afghanistan.

Silk can be observed highlighting the pointed mihrab as well as at the very top of the tree, particulary seen in the close-up photos attached.

In very good original condition with the remains of the chevron kilim skirts at the top, this rug therefore, must have been very important to the owner and highly prized.

Size: 1.25m x 1.00m (4' 1" x 3' 3").

Height
125cm (49.21")
Width
100cm (39.37")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Timuri Prayer Rug to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1109088
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2141
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page

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Archive I An antique handknotted Timuri prayer rug featuring a central mihrab arch, geometric repeating patterns, and a dark red and indigo colour palette with fringed ends. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Prayer-rug, Timuri Tribes, Dokhtar-e-qazi Sub-tribe, Borderlands of North-eastern Persia / North-western Afghanistan.

Archive II An antique handknotted Timuri prayer rug featuring a central mihrab arch, geometric repeating patterns, and a dark red and indigo colour palette with fringed ends. View II
Archive III An antique handknotted Timuri prayer rug featuring a central mihrab arch, geometric repeating patterns, and a dark red and indigo colour palette with fringed ends. View III
Archive IV An antique handknotted Timuri prayer rug featuring a central mihrab arch, geometric repeating patterns, and a dark red and indigo colour palette with fringed ends. View IV
Archive V An antique handknotted Timuri prayer rug featuring a central mihrab arch, geometric repeating patterns, and a dark red and indigo colour palette with fringed ends. View V
Archive VI An antique handknotted Timuri prayer rug featuring a central mihrab arch, geometric repeating patterns, and a dark red and indigo colour palette with fringed ends. View VI
Archive VII An antique handknotted Timuri prayer rug featuring a central mihrab arch, geometric repeating patterns, and a dark red and indigo colour palette with fringed ends. View VII
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
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An antique handknotted Timuri prayer rug featuring a central mihrab arch, geometric repeating patterns, and a dark red and indigo colour palette with fringed ends.
Antique Prayer-Rug, Timuri Tribes, Dokhtar-e-Qazi Sub-Tribe, Borderlands of north-eastern Persia / north-western Afghanistan.
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An antique handknotted Timuri prayer rug featuring a central mihrab arch, geometric repeating patterns, and a dark red and indigo colour palette with fringed ends.
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Cataloguer’s note

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  • ObjectPrayer Rugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTribal Nomadic
  • MaterialWool, natural dyes
  • ColourDeep Red and Indigo
  • MotifsMihrab arch, Geometric lattice, Stylised floral borders, Central tree of life
  • SizeH 125 cm (49 in) x W 100 cm (39 in)

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Timuri rugs are handknotted by nomadic tribes in the borderlands of Persia and Afghanistan, traditionally featuring deep red or indigo grounds, geometric motifs, and distinctive mihrab designs.

Authentic pieces typically utilise handspun wool for both the pile and foundation, often incorporating natural dyes derived from plants and insects to achieve rich, saturated hues.

Authentication involves examining the knot density, wool quality, natural dye variations, selvedge construction, and characteristic tribal border patterns specific to the Timuri and sub-tribal groups.

These textiles add texture and warmth to modern spaces when placed on hardwood floors, used as wall hangings, or layered over neutral sisal carpets to highlight their intricate geometry.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming without a beater bar, professional organic washing when needed, and keeping the textile away from direct sunlight to prevent colour fade.
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