Where should I place a Kurdish runner rug?

These narrow formats suit hallways, corridors, and long entryways where floor coverage needs to accommodate restricted widths. The durable wool construction handles everyday foot traffic while introducing historical character to transitional domestic spaces.

How do I care for antique wool runners?

Regular gentle vacuuming without a rotating brush roll prevents dust accumulation within the wool pile. Professional cleaning suited to antique textiles preserves the natural fibres. Keeping the rug out of direct, harsh sunlight protects the historical dyes from fading over time.

What designs appear on these rugs?

Common motifs include geometric gul patterns, Memling designs, and the repeating floral Mina Khani layout. These visual elements reflect the distinct tribal traditions of West Persia. Each design links the piece to specific village and nomadic aesthetics from the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries.

How do I date an antique Kurdish runner?

Dating relies on structural characteristics, wool preparation, and the specific application of traditional motifs. Pieces on this page span the period from the mid nineteenth century to the early twentieth century. Comparing structural weave density and design execution helps contextualise the era of production.

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A Kurdish runner rug brings rich tribal character and enduring wool construction to narrow spaces.

Antique North West Persian Kurdish Runner, Superb Condition & Colour, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique North West Persian Kurdish Runner, Superb Condition & Colour, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£4,500

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19th century

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Rare Antique Bidjar Rug

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£5,850

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19th century

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Antique Kurdish Runner

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£2,500

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Antique Kurdish Kelleh Long Rug. 311cm X 166cm.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Kurdish Kelleh Long Rug. 311cm X 166cm.

From Country House and Eastern Interiors

£695

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Antique Kurdish Rug with Shrub Design on a Yellow Ground, Beautiful Rug, Circa 1900

1900 - 1920

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Antique Kurdish Rug with Shrub Design on a Yellow Ground, Beautiful Rug, Circa 1900

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£1,450

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19th century

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Rare Antique Bidjar Rug

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£6,250

3+ MONTHS AGO

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Kurdish Runner 1900s

From Rams Head Antiques

£895

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1900 - 1920

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Antique Kurdish Rug

From Farnham Antique Carpets

£4,250

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Antique Victorian 14½ Ft Persian Turkish Kurdish Wool Narrow Red & Blue Runner / Hall / Floor Rug (Circa 1890)

19th century

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Antique Victorian 14½ Ft Persian Turkish Kurdish Wool Narrow Red & Blue Runner / Hall / Floor Rug (Circa 1890)

From Yolanda Gray Antiques

£1,950

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19th century

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Antique Kurdish Runner 440x96 Cm

From Haliden Oriental Carpets

£3,850

3+ MONTHS AGO

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Some country house runners carry delightfully idiosyncratic designs that suggest the weaver improvised freely while recalling traditional tribal patterns.