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This beautiful tribal rug from south-west Persia was woven by Khamsa weavers, whose pastoral traditions include moving between seasonal camps in search of fresh pastures for their herds.
What is amazing in this piece is the possible reflection of things seen and admired on those journeys. The tall columns crowned with stylised animal heads recall the great columns of Persepolis, whose construction began in the late sixth century BC. It is a fascinating way to read the design, bringing the ancient monuments of the landscape into the intimate world of a tribal weaving.
The carpet is full of small motifs passed from one generation to another. The central medallion can be interpreted as a stylised tarantula, with the shedding of its outer skin suggesting renewal and rebirth. The bird-head forms around the medallion may also be read as talismanic motifs expressing a wish for rain and the life it brings. These are interpretations of the design, adding another layer of interest to its many details.
It is an amazing piece that invites us to look and contemplate for a long time, always discovering something new. The wool is of very good quality, produced from the tribe's own flocks, spun by hand and coloured with natural dyes before being turned into this beautiful carpet.
This beautiful tribal rug from south-west Persia was woven by Khamsa weavers, whose pastoral traditions include moving between seasonal camps in search of fresh pastures for their herds.
What is amazing in this piece is the possible reflection of things seen and admired on those journeys. The tall columns crowned with stylised animal heads recall the great columns of Persepolis, whose construction began in the late sixth century BC. It is a fascinating way to read the design, bringing the ancient monuments of the landscape into the intimate world of a tribal weaving.
The carpet is full of small motifs passed from one generation to another. The central medallion can be interpreted as a stylised tarantula, with the shedding of its outer skin suggesting renewal and rebirth. The bird-head forms around the medallion may also be read as talismanic motifs expressing a wish for rain and the life it brings. These are interpretations of the design, adding another layer of interest to its many details.
It is an amazing piece that invites us to look and contemplate for a long time, always discovering something new. The wool is of very good quality, produced from the tribe's own flocks, spun by hand and coloured with natural dyes before being turned into this beautiful carpet.
