Qashqai saddlebag, circa 1900

Measurements: 60cm x 63cm

130 Knots per inch

Price: £180

A very attractive Qashqai bag with the usual range of jewel like colours and fine knotting. The knots are asymmetric open to the left which is the norm although one also finds symmetrically knotted pieces. As one would expect on a good Qashqai piece every inch is crammed with design. The bright red diamond is shown off by the deep blue background and the eye is drawn to the central white motif. The random placement of decoration is always a delight to me and makes each piece completely unique, that is something you rarely find on vintage and modern rugs. These old Qashqai bags are wonderful pieces that ooze quality and are delightful artefacts to own.

Condition:

The bottom corners are quite damaged and there are a few small holes.