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Antique Kurdish Runner
Farnham Antique Carpets
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Antique Kurdish Runner

19th century
Description

Glorious rich colours on this antique Kurdish runner, with a geometric 'Boteh' all over pattern. Varying reds and greens and blues can be seen throughout this nomadic weaving, as the weaver would have woven the runner on a loom in the ground.  Often taking this up when travelling, which is often why these tribal runners are never perfectly straight or a perfect shape.  Which is part of their beauty and charm.

Dating from the late 19th century, it is over 130 years old and in good order.  The Kurdish weavers of North-West Persia and Kurdistan produced excellent wool and natural dyes, the yellow/sandy tone border lifts the whole palette too.  Order is lovely, with a nice wool pile and some corrosion to the brown dyes, giving an embossed effect.  This is due to the iron properties of the brown wool, antique rugs and runners which use this dye from the 19th century will often show this corrosion to this dye.  It adds a lot of character to an antique piece.

Visit our barn showroom in Crondall, Surrey, we are open Monday to Saturday by appointment.  Or allow us to visit you with this antique runner so you can trial it at home.

If you love this runner and would like us to reserve it for you, please use the reserve form, we look forward to helping you soon.

Physical Dimensions
Height
313cm (123.23")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Declaration

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Kurdish Runner Rug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1130390
Dealers Internal Reference
10643
Dealers Notes

Farnham Antique Carpets are specialists in antique decorative carpets, rugs and runners. Varying from antique tribal rugs woven in the Caucasus to classical Persian carpets dating from the mid 19th century to the early 20th century.

As members of the BADA - The British Antique Dealers Association and LAPADA - The Association of Art & Antique Dealers we adhere to strict guide lines as affiliated members and pride ourselves on maintaining its high standards. We exhibit at the BADA fair in Chelsea, London every March and the LAPADA Fair in Mayfair, London every September.

Description
Glorious rich colours on this antique Kurdish runner, with a geometric 'Boteh' all over pattern.
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Varying reds and greens and blues can be seen throughout this nomadic weaving, as the weaver would have woven the runner on a loom in the ground.
Farnham Antique Carpets

 Often taking this up when travelling, which is often why these tribal runners are never perfectly straight or a perfect shape.  Which is part of their beauty and charm.

fig 1. An antique hand-knotted Kurdish runner rug featuring repeating geometric motifs in terracotta red, deep blue, and tan within a multi-tiered geometric border.
fig 1. Antique Kurdish Runner

Dating from the late 19th century, it is over 130 years old and in good order.  The Kurdish weavers of North-West Persia and Kurdistan produced excellent wool and natural dyes, the yellow/sandy tone border lifts the whole palette too.  Order is lovely, with a nice wool pile and some corrosion to the brown dyes, giving an embossed effect.  This is due to the iron properties of the brown wool, antique rugs and runners which use this dye from the 19th century will often show this corrosion to this dye.  It adds a lot of character to an antique piece.

fig 2. An antique hand-knotted Kurdish runner rug featuring repeating geometric motifs in terracotta red, deep blue, and tan within a multi-tiered geometric border.
fig 2. Antique Kurdish Runner

Visit our barn showroom in Crondall, Surrey, we are open Monday to Saturday by appointment.  Or allow us to visit you with this antique runner so you can trial it at home.

If you love this runner and would like us to reserve it for you, please use the reserve form, we look forward to helping you soon.

Height
313cm (123.23")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Depth
2cm (0.79")
Date of Manufacture

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Kurdish Runner Rug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1130390
Dealers Internal Ref
10643
Farnham Antique Carpets
Farnham Antique Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2018

Specialists in antique decorative carpets, rugs and runners.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Farnham Antique Carpets Profile Page

Trade Associations

Farnham Antique Carpets is a registered member of LAPADA  BADA 

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Kurdish runner rugs are hand-woven textiles produced by nomadic and village Kurdish weavers throughout Northwestern Persia and Eastern Anatolia. They are characterized by robust wool-on-wool construction, saturated vegetable dyes, and geometric or stylized floral motifs arranged in repeating patterns.

Authentic Kurdish runners are hand-knotted using locally sourced, hand-spun sheeps wool for both the pile and the warp and weft foundation. The yarn is dyed using natural plant and mineral sources, such as madder root for reds and indigo for blues.

Authentic pieces feature asymmetrical or symmetrical wool knots on a heavy wool foundation, resulting in a thick, durable feel. Variations in color intensity, known as abrash, and minor geometric irregular patterns indicate traditional hand-weaving rather than machine production.

A tribal runner is frequently placed in entryways, narrow corridors, or kitchens to add warmth and texture. The bold geometric patterning grounds minimalist spaces and contrasts effectively with polished timber or stone flooring.

Vacuum regularly using a suction-only setting without a rotating brush to prevent fiber damage. Rotate the runner periodically to ensure even wear, use a quality rug pad underneath, and consult a professional rug restorer for specialized cleaning.
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