What is a vintage shiraz rug?

It is a hand-woven carpet or rug originating from South West Persia, traditionally produced by tribal weavers and nomadic groups in the Shiraz region. These pieces typically feature wool construction, natural dyes, and geometric or medallion designs that reflect the heritage of the Qashqai and Khamseh tribes.

How do I style a tribal rug?

Tribal rugs work well as anchor pieces in living rooms, studies, or bedrooms, adding texture and warmth to wooden or tiled floors. Their rich patterns and earthy tones allow them to sit comfortably alongside both contemporary and traditional interior furnishings.

Are these rugs made from natural materials?

The pieces recorded here use wool for the pile and structure, occasionally incorporating cotton foundations. Weavers utilised natural dyes to achieve the varied colour palettes seen across nineteenth and early twentieth-century examples.

How do I date an antique rug?

Dating relies on stylistic markers, dye analysis, structural characteristics, and the handling of the wool pile by the maker. Pieces on this page span from the late nineteenth century through to the 1930s, showing shifts in tribal weaving traditions over those decades.