1526 Antique Khamse Bird Rug

Charming Antique Khamse / khamseh / Chamse Bird rug.

Tribal rug from Persia with the avian diversity of the region showcased  both inside and outside the lozenges. Photos focus on the many unusual birds & plumage depicted within.

The multiple borders and the way the innermost lines the field makes this rug unique and appealing.

South West Persia.

Has fold wear and losses.

190 x 160 cm

Estimated to be from the early-mid 1900s

Antique Khamse Bird Rug

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This item has spent a lifetime being used for the purpose of its creation with the original artist/user. Signs of this life lived heartily may be present on the piece in the form of stains, thread loss, loose threads, holes, tears, color run and other imperfections. Therefore the condition must be assumed to be “not” perfect. More photos of such imperfections will be provided on request.

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