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Antique Prayer-rug, Timuri Dokhtar-e-qazi Tribe, Khaf Region, Borderlands of North-east Persia/north-west Afghanistan.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Antique Prayer-rug, Timuri Dokhtar-e-qazi Tribe, Khaf Region, Borderlands of North-east Persia/north-west Afghanistan.

1900 - 1920
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Another unexpected find on a recent short holiday is this beautiful Timuri prayer rug of the Dokhtar-e-Qazi sub-tribe, living in the environs of Khaf on the borderlands on north-eastern Persia and north-western Afghanistan and made circa 1900.

The rug has natural camel-hair field comprising stylised 'trees of life' rising to a pointed mihrab which is a common Dokhtar-e-Qazi symbol. The mihrab is surrounded by tiny shrubs on a cochineal-dye background.

The hand-panels are also in natural camel-hair and can be seen linking over the top of the rug. Although, possibly not clear in the photos, the tiny 'X' symbols surrounding the mihrab, have some highlighted in yellow cotton.

Also, in the lower field, there is a line of cochineal-dye silk knots, suggesting this namazlyk was a highly-prized possession or made for someone of importance.

In near-mint condition other than a tiny repair in the lower border, which will be re-done expertly, the namazlyk is complete with chevron-design, kilim skirts.

Size: 1.37 x 0.91m (4' 6" x 3' 0").

Physical Dimensions
Height
137cm (53.94")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Timuri Prayer Rug to the 1900s.

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SA1229658
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Another unexpected find on a recent short holiday is this beautiful Timuri prayer rug of the Dokhtar-e-Qazi sub-tribe, living in the environs of Khaf on the borderlands on north-eastern Persia and north-western Afghanistan and made circa 1900.
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The rug has natural camel-hair field comprising stylised 'trees of life' rising to a pointed mihrab which is a common Dokhtar-e-Qazi symbol.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

The mihrab is surrounded by tiny shrubs on a cochineal-dye background.

fig 1. Hand-knotted wool tribal prayer rug featuring a central arch niche design in tan, deep red, and dark navy tones.
fig 1. Antique Prayer-rug, Timuri Dokhtar-e-qazi Tribe, Khaf Region, Borderlands of North-east Persia/north-west Afghanistan.

The hand-panels are also in natural camel-hair and can be seen linking over the top of the rug. Although, possibly not clear in the photos, the tiny 'X' symbols surrounding the mihrab, have some highlighted in yellow cotton.

fig 2. Hand-knotted wool tribal prayer rug featuring a central arch niche design in tan, deep red, and dark navy tones.
fig 2. Antique Prayer-rug, Timuri Dokhtar-e-qazi Tribe, Khaf Region, Borderlands of North-east Persia/north-west Afghanistan.

Also, in the lower field, there is a line of cochineal-dye silk knots, suggesting this namazlyk was a highly-prized possession or made for someone of importance.

In near-mint condition other than a tiny repair in the lower border, which will be re-done expertly, the namazlyk is complete with chevron-design, kilim skirts.

Size: 1.37 x 0.91m (4' 6" x 3' 0").

Height
137cm (53.94")
Width
91cm (35.83")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Timuri Prayer Rug to the 1900s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1229658
Dealers Internal Ref
BM/DKQ
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 Hand-knotted wool tribal prayer rug featuring a central arch niche design in tan, deep red, and dark navy tones.

Antique Prayer-rug, Timuri Dokhtar-e-qazi Tribe, Khaf Region, Borderlands of North-east Persia/north-west Afghanistan.

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Hand-knotted wool tribal prayer rug featuring a central arch niche design in tan, deep red, and dark navy tones.
Antique Prayer-Rug, Timuri Dokhtar-e-Qazi Tribe, Khaf Region, Borderlands of North-East Persia/North-West Afghanistan.
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Timuri prayer rugs originating from the Persian and Afghan borderlands are distinguished by dark palette choices, including deep madder reds, dark blues, and natural dark wools. They feature a stylised prayer niche (mihrab) and geometric repeating field motifs, often woven with fine hand-spun wool.

Tribal prayer rugs are predominantly hand-knotted using hand-spun sheeps wool for both the pile and the warp and weft foundation. The yarn is traditionally coloured using natural plant and mineral dyes, such as madder root for reds and indigo for blues.

Authentic antique tribal rugs display minor asymmetrical variations in weave and design, known as abrash, caused by small-batch natural dyeing. Examination of the underside reveals visible knot structures, hand-finished selvedges, and natural wear patterns consistent with age.

A prayer rug can be positioned as an accent piece in a study, entryway, or bedroom, or displayed mounted on a wall as decorative textile art. Its rich geometric patterning integrates well with dark wood furniture, contemporary minimal decor, or layered rug arrangements.

Regular maintenance requires gentle vacuuming without a rotating beater bar to avoid pulling the wool fibres. Ensure the rug is placed on a quality underlay to prevent sliding and pile friction, and consult a professional textile restorer for specialized cleaning.
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