Are these cushions made from old rugs?

Many are fashioned from authentic nineteenth and early twentieth-century tribal bag faces, saddlebags, and flatwoven kilims rather than newly manufactured rugs. This method gives antique nomadic textiles a functional second life in contemporary rooms while preserving their original weave and pattern.

Which tribes made these textiles?

The pieces originate from various nomadic and village groups, including the Qashqai, Shahsevan, Baluch, Kurdish, and Turkmen peoples. Each group utilised distinct geometric vocabularies and colour combinations that identify their regional heritage.

How do I care for a vintage wool cushion?

Gentle vacuuming without a rotating brush helps remove surface dust without disturbing the hand-spun wool pile or flatweave structure. Professional specialist cleaning is recommended for any deeper maintenance to protect the natural dyes and historical fibres.

How can I tell the age of a tribal pillow?

Age is indicated by the use of hand-spun wool, traditional natural dye palettes, and the specific structural wear of the textile. Pieces spanning the mid-nineteenth to early twentieth centuries display distinct regional characteristics that separate them from modern reproductions.