How do I care for a tribal rug?

Vacuum gently without using a rotating brush roll to protect the wool pile and historical foundations. Professional cleaning by a specialist in antique textiles is recommended every few years. Keep the piece out of direct sunlight to prevent natural dye fading, and rotate the rug periodically to ensure even wear patterns over time.

What is a tribal salt bag?

Salt bags served as practical household items woven by nomads for storing rock salt used by livestock or humans. They feature narrow necks and reinforced openings to prevent contents from spilling during transit. Collectors prize them today as concentrated examples of tribal weaving, featuring miniature versions of main carpet designs and expressive iconography.

How do I distinguish Qashqai from Afshar work?

Qashqa'i textiles often originate from the Fars province and frequently incorporate multi-medallion layouts, human figures, and animals such as lions. Their colour palettes tend towards rich madders and deep blues. Afshar rugs typically hail from the Kerman province, showcasing repeating boteh motifs, hooked polygons, and distinct Neiriz regional aesthetics with dense, precise geometric arrangements.

Can I use these rugs on modern floors?

These historical textiles add warmth and grounded character to contemporary living spaces, studies, and hallways. Using a breathable, high-quality underlay keeps the rug secure and prevents slipping. Consider placement relative to heavy foot traffic, reserving fragile flatweaves or smaller utility bags for walls, low-impact corners, or display spaces.

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A south persia wool rug brings woven history into a room, spanning tribal carpets, flatweaves, and utilitarian bags made by nomadic confederacies.

Antique Afshar Neriz Rug with Small Medallion & Boteh Design, Circa 1900.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Afshar Neriz Rug with Small Medallion & Boteh Design, Circa 1900.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£795

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Antique Afshar Tribal Saddle Bag Face with Large Boteh Design, Circa 1880.

19th century

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Antique Afshar Tribal Saddle Bag Face with Large Boteh Design, Circa 1880.

From Cotswold Oriental Rugs

£700

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Antique Saddle-bag Face, Qashqa'i Tribes, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

19th century

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Antique Saddle-bag Face, Qashqa'i Tribes, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£400

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Antique Qashqa'i Saddle-bags, Darrehshuri Tayefeh, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Qashqa'i Saddle-bags, Darrehshuri Tayefeh, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£2,300

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Antique Afshar Vanity-bag, Qorab'i Tribe, Bardsir Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.

1900 - 1920

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Antique Afshar Vanity-bag, Qorab'i Tribe, Bardsir Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£650

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Dated Antique Afshar Tribal Rug. Afshar Tribes of South Persia. 178cm X 135cm.

1900 - 1920

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Dated Antique Afshar Tribal Rug. Afshar Tribes of South Persia. 178cm X 135cm.

From Country House and Eastern Interiors

£995

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Antique Half-saddlebag Face, Afshar Nomads of Aqta', Kerman Province, South Persia.

19th century

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Antique Half-saddlebag Face, Afshar Nomads of Aqta', Kerman Province, South Persia.

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£450

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Antique Half-saddlebag, Qashqa'i Confederation, Ard Kapan Taifeh, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

19th century

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Antique Half-saddlebag, Qashqa'i Confederation, Ard Kapan Taifeh, Fars Province, South-west Persia.

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£550

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Antique Afshar Tribal Rug, Neiriz Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.

19th century

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Antique Afshar Tribal Rug, Neiriz Region, Kerman Province, South Persia.

From Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

£1,850

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19th century

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Distressed Antique Khamseh Rug. South West Persia. 168cm X 112cm.

From Country House and Eastern Interiors

£250

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Listings span the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, featuring wool, cotton, natural dyes, leather, and cowrie shells across rugs, kilims, and tribal bags.