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Kilims are among the most authentic creations of nomadic life, often woven spontaneously without any drafted pattern or naqsha. For this reason, the designs that appear in such weavings frequently reflect symbols that the weaver has inherited subconsciously through generations.
This particular kilim originates from the Azerbaijan region of Iran and was woven by Shahsavan weavers around the village of Namin. Its composition is simple yet striking, centred on a stylised bird-like motif that, in some interpretations, resembles an eagle with open wings. Such imagery may suggest ascendance or power, though the original meaning has likely evolved through generations of memory-based weaving.
The rug is approximately 70 to 80 years old. Its narrow and elongated format, together with slight irregularities in size, reflects the realities of nomadic weaving on portable horizontal looms, which could be dismantled and carried from one camp to another.
The outer border displays a rhythmic pattern often interpreted as either “running dogs” or waves of water; in this case, the latter reading seems particularly convincing.
A durable and authentic tribal weaving, this kilim carries the charm of nomadic life and can easily bring character and cultural depth to a space.
Material: Wool on a cotton base.
Origin: Namin region, Azerbaijan province, Iran.
Age: Circa 1940s–1950s.
Kilims are among the most authentic creations of nomadic life, often woven spontaneously without any drafted pattern or naqsha. For this reason, the designs that appear in such weavings frequently reflect symbols that the weaver has inherited subconsciously through generations.
This particular kilim originates from the Azerbaijan region of Iran and was woven by Shahsavan weavers around the village of Namin. Its composition is simple yet striking, centred on a stylised bird-like motif that, in some interpretations, resembles an eagle with open wings. Such imagery may suggest ascendance or power, though the original meaning has likely evolved through generations of memory-based weaving.
The rug is approximately 70 to 80 years old. Its narrow and elongated format, together with slight irregularities in size, reflects the realities of nomadic weaving on portable horizontal looms, which could be dismantled and carried from one camp to another.
The outer border displays a rhythmic pattern often interpreted as either “running dogs” or waves of water; in this case, the latter reading seems particularly convincing.
A durable and authentic tribal weaving, this kilim carries the charm of nomadic life and can easily bring character and cultural depth to a space.
Material: Wool on a cotton base.
Origin: Namin region, Azerbaijan province, Iran.
Age: Circa 1940s–1950s.