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Antique Kurdish Tribal Rug, Kurds of Sa'uj Bulagh, Persian Kurdistan.
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Antique Kurdish Tribal Rug, Kurds of Sa'uj Bulagh, Persian Kurdistan.

19th century
Sold 7 May 2026 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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The Kurds are one of the world's least-known ethnic groups and can be traced back to the dawn of antiquity.

Old Kurdish tribal weavings often have different dyed colours of wool weft in the same piece whereas the tribes of Sa'uj Bulagh near Sulaymania dyed the wool for their wefts, red or red-brown.

Nomadic Kurds often employed symbols such as hooked polygons within hexagonal forms, talismanic devices as well as human figures, as can be seen at the base of this exceptional rug.

Made in the environs of Sa'uj Bulagh during the third quarter of the nineteenth century, this area was famed for its fine lustrous wool and exquisite tribal rugs. The use of natural colours in this rug and exceptional white wool which can be seen in the outer minor border, shows the fabulous range of colours used by these nomads.

This rug is in very good overall condition, albeit with an evenly-low pile and a corroded brown field, which is generally found in these early rugs due to the iron-based mordant.

Nineteenth century rugs from the Kurds of Sa'uj Bolagh these days, are rare to come by, and this is truly a beautiful and very collectible rug.

Size: 2.00m x 1.30m (6' 6" x 4' 3")

Physical Dimensions
Height
200cm (78.74")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Kurdish Tribal Rug to the 1870s.

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SA1195241
Dealers Internal Reference
BM2206
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The Kurds are one of the world's least-known ethnic groups and can be traced back to the dawn of antiquity.
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Old Kurdish tribal weavings often have different dyed colours of wool weft in the same piece whereas the tribes of Sa'uj Bulagh near Sulaymania dyed the wool for their wefts, red or red-brown.
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fig 1. An antique hand-knotted Kurdish tribal rug featuring repeating geometric diamond motifs in red, blue, and brown tones against a dark field.
fig 1. Antique Kurdish Tribal Rug, Kurds of Sa'uj Bulagh, Persian Kurdistan.

Nomadic Kurds often employed symbols such as hooked polygons within hexagonal forms, talismanic devices as well as human figures, as can be seen at the base of this exceptional rug.

Made in the environs of Sa'uj Bulagh during the third quarter of the nineteenth century, this area was famed for its fine lustrous wool and exquisite tribal rugs. The use of natural colours in this rug and exceptional white wool which can be seen in the outer minor border, shows the fabulous range of colours used by these nomads.

fig 2. An antique hand-knotted Kurdish tribal rug featuring repeating geometric diamond motifs in red, blue, and brown tones against a dark field.
fig 2. Antique Kurdish Tribal Rug, Kurds of Sa'uj Bulagh, Persian Kurdistan.

This rug is in very good overall condition, albeit with an evenly-low pile and a corroded brown field, which is generally found in these early rugs due to the iron-based mordant.

Nineteenth century rugs from the Kurds of Sa'uj Bolagh these days, are rare to come by, and this is truly a beautiful and very collectible rug.

Size: 2.00m x 1.30m (6' 6" x 4' 3")

Height
200cm (78.74")
Width
130cm (51.18")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Kurdish Tribal Rug to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1195241
Dealers Internal Ref
BM2206
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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Archive I An antique hand-knotted Kurdish tribal rug featuring repeating geometric diamond motifs in red, blue, and brown tones against a dark field. SOLD7 MAY 26

Antique Kurdish Tribal Rug, Kurds of Sa'uj Bulagh, Persian Kurdistan.

Archive II An antique hand-knotted Kurdish tribal rug featuring repeating geometric diamond motifs in red, blue, and brown tones against a dark field. View II
Archive III An antique hand-knotted Kurdish tribal rug featuring repeating geometric diamond motifs in red, blue, and brown tones against a dark field. View III
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Archive V An antique hand-knotted Kurdish tribal rug featuring repeating geometric diamond motifs in red, blue, and brown tones against a dark field. View V
Archive VI An antique hand-knotted Kurdish tribal rug featuring repeating geometric diamond motifs in red, blue, and brown tones against a dark field. View VI
Archive VII An antique hand-knotted Kurdish tribal rug featuring repeating geometric diamond motifs in red, blue, and brown tones against a dark field. View VII
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Archive X An antique hand-knotted Kurdish tribal rug featuring repeating geometric diamond motifs in red, blue, and brown tones against a dark field. View X
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

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An antique hand-knotted Kurdish tribal rug featuring repeating geometric diamond motifs in red, blue, and brown tones against a dark field.
Antique Kurdish Tribal Rug, Kurds of Sa'uj Bulagh, Persian Kurdistan.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectRug
  • Period19th century
  • StylePersian Tribal
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourMulticolour
  • MotifsGeometric diamond medallions, Repeating border guards, Stylised floral elements
  • SizeH 200 cm (79 in) x W 130 cm (51 in)

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Antique Kurdish tribal rugs originate from nomadic and village weavers in the mountainous regions of western Persia, characterised by bold geometric motifs, rich natural dyes, and sturdy hand-knotted wool construction.

These pieces typically feature hand-spun sheeps wool for both the pile and the foundation threads (warp and weft), dyed using natural botanical and mineral colourants such as madder root and indigo.

Authenticity is assessed through structural analysis, including weave density, irregular abrash colour variations, type of knotting, and traditional tribal iconography specific to Kurdish weaving traditions.

An antique tribal rug functions as a grounding focal point in contemporary spaces, pairing effectively with minimalist furniture, neutral upholstery, and natural wood accents to highlight its intricate patterns.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming without rotating brush heads, professional hand-washing by textile conservators when necessary, and placement away from direct, prolonged sunlight to protect natural dyes.
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