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Antique Khamseh Tribal Rug, Pecking Chickens, Circa 1890.
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Antique Khamseh Tribal Rug, Pecking Chickens, Circa 1890.

19th century
Description

Size: 5ft 11in x 4ft 6in (180 x 135cm).

Antique South West Persian Khamseh Rug with three linked medallions.

Circa 1890.

A tribal rug of the classic bird design with the medallions and field covered with pecking chickens. The rug has a classic Khamseh border on a rich gold ground.

Excellent condition, even wear, fair pile. The rug has been hand washed and is ready for use or display.

Stock Number: R-1926.

Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Khamseh Tribal Rug to the 1890s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
180cm (70.87")
Width
135cm (53.15")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA659502
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R-1926
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Description
Size: 5ft 11in x 4ft 6in (180 x 135cm).

Antique South West Persian Khamseh Rug with three linked medallions.

Circa 1890.

A tribal rug of the classic bird design with the medallions and field covered with pecking chickens. The rug has a classic Khamseh border on a rich gold ground.

Excellent condition, even wear, fair pile. The rug has been hand washed and is ready for use or display.

Stock Number: R-1926.

Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Khamseh Tribal Rug to the 1890s.

Height
180cm (70.87")
Width
135cm (53.15")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA659502
Dealers Internal Ref
R-1926
Cotswold Oriental Rugs
Cotswold Oriental Rugs
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Specialists in antique carpets, rugs & runners. Professional cleaning, repairs & restoration.

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An antique hand-knotted Persian Khamseh wool rug featuring triple diamond medallions filled with stylized bird motifs on a dark navy and red geometric field.
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Archive I An antique hand-knotted Persian Khamseh wool rug featuring triple diamond medallions filled with stylized bird motifs on a dark navy and red geometric field.

Antique Khamseh Tribal Rug, Pecking Chickens, Circa 1890.

Archive II An antique hand-knotted Persian Khamseh wool rug featuring triple diamond medallions filled with stylized bird motifs on a dark navy and red geometric field. View II
Archive III An antique hand-knotted Persian Khamseh wool rug featuring triple diamond medallions filled with stylized bird motifs on a dark navy and red geometric field. View III
Archive IV An antique hand-knotted Persian Khamseh wool rug featuring triple diamond medallions filled with stylized bird motifs on a dark navy and red geometric field. View IV
Archive V An antique hand-knotted Persian Khamseh wool rug featuring triple diamond medallions filled with stylized bird motifs on a dark navy and red geometric field. View V
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An antique hand-knotted Persian Khamseh wool rug featuring triple diamond medallions filled with stylized bird motifs on a dark navy and red geometric field.
ANTIQUE KHAMSEH TRIBAL RUG, PECKING CHICKENS, CIRCA 1890.
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An antique hand-knotted Persian Khamseh wool rug featuring triple diamond medallions filled with stylized bird motifs on a dark navy and red geometric field.
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  • ObjectRugs & Carpets
  • Period19th century
  • StylePersian Tribal
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourNavy Blue, Dark Red, Terracotta, Ivory
  • MotifsDiamond medallions, Pecking chicken motifs, Geometric borders, Stepped spandrels
  • SizeH 180 cm (71 in) x W 135 cm (53 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This antique South West Persian Khamseh rug dates from circa 1890 in the Persian Tribal style, hand-knotted in wool with a palette of navy blue, dark red, terracotta, and ivory. The visual composition presents three linked diamond medallions and stepped spandrels, densely populated with stylized pecking chicken motifs across the field, alongside a rich gold ground geometric border, fringed ends, and an even pile showing honest wear from age. Measuring 180 cm high by 135 cm wide and 1 cm deep, this rectangular floor covering brings traditional texture and pattern to a living room, hallway, or study. Placed upon a floor in a home, it provides a functional textile layer that grounds a seating arrangement or adds warmth to an interior space.

FAQs

Khamseh rugs were woven by the nomadic Khamseh Confederacy, a federation of five distinct tribal groups located in southwestern Persia near Shiraz. These textiles are recognized for their geometric compositions, stylized bird imagery, and saturated colour palettes derived from natural dyes.

Traditional Khamseh rugs were hand-knotted using locally sourced, hand-spun sheeps wool for both the pile and foundation. Dyes were extracted from natural organic materials such as madder root, indigo, pomegranate rinds, and local flora.

Authentic examples feature wool warps and wefts with hand-tied knots, often displaying characteristic stylized bird motifs, diamond medallions, and geometric border bands. The weave typically exhibits subtle line variations, known as abrash, reflecting small-batch dye lots on nomadic looms.

A tribal rug introduces geometric pattern and visual texture to neutral interiors, anchoring seating areas or placement beneath coffee tables. Combining historic hand-woven textiles with contemporary furniture creates a balanced, layered aesthetic.

Vacuum regularly using a suction-only setting without a rotating beater brush to protect the pile, and rotate the rug annually to balance foot traffic and light exposure. Professional hand-cleaning with pH-neutral wool cleansers is recommended when deep cleaning is required.
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