One-of-a-kind
QashqaiHand KnottedWool rug
Black / Dark red156 x 255 cm

Name: Qashqai
Brand: Rugvista
SKU: RXZZZS173
Availability: LimitedAvailability
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Ghashghai - A Warm Addition to Your Living Space

Discover the charm of this one-of-a-kind hand-knotted rug, featuring traditional tribal motifs and a rich, grounded palette that brings authentic character into your home.

This hand-knotted piece is a testament to the artistry of tribal weaving traditions, offering a tactile and inviting surface that adds warmth to any room. Its thick, soft pile provides excellent underfoot comfort and natural sound absorption, making it a functional and cosy choice for high-traffic areas or quiet corners alike.

The rug showcases a striking design anchored by a central medallion, surrounded by carefully placed geometric patterns and symbolic motifs that tell a story of regional heritage. The deep, earthy colours are achieved through natural dyes, creating a rich visual depth that evolves beautifully under different lighting conditions throughout the day.

As a truly one-of-a-kind creation, this rug is singular in its execution. No two pieces are ever identical, and owning this specific rug means you have a unique work of art that will never be replicated. The presence of subtle variations in the pattern is a hallmark of the human hand at work, ensuring that your floor covering is as individual as your home.

Originating from the Middle Eastern regions renowned for their nomadic weaving culture, this rug embodies a long-standing tradition of quality. Its robust construction ensures it remains a lasting feature in your living space, aging gracefully and maintaining its character as the years go by.

The Ghashghai people are a nomadic confederation from the Middle Eastern region, known for their centuries-old tradition of creating highly durable and expressive textiles. Their weaving culture is deeply intertwined with their migratory lifestyle, resulting in rugs that are designed both for beauty and for the practical demands of nomadic life.

The term hand-knotted refers to the traditional method where individual strands of wool are tied around the foundation threads. This creates a resilient structure that is significantly more durable and higher in lustre than machine-made alternatives, ensuring the rug retains its form and colour vibrancy over decades of use.

Visually, these rugs are defined by their geometric vocabulary, which often includes stylized floral elements, tribal symbols, and repeating medallions. The patterns are rarely mapped out on paper; instead, they are woven from memory and oral tradition, making each rug a reflection of the weaver's personal history and the specific clan's artistic legacy.

Collecting these rugs is an investment in cultural heritage. They are valued not just for their aesthetic appeal, but for the human story they carry. Owning a genuine Ghashghai piece connects your home to an ancient lineage of craftsmanship, representing a level of dedication and traditional skill that remains rare in the modern world.

This rug is meticulously hand-knotted, a labour-intensive process that requires immense skill and patience. Each individual knot is tied by hand onto the foundation, ensuring the pile is secure, dense, and capable of withstanding years of daily use.

With a total weight of 11.9 kg, this rug reflects the substantial amount of wool used in its construction. This density is a direct indicator of the quality and effort invested by the artisan, as a heavier, more substantial build requires significantly more time and material to complete than mass-produced alternatives.

The precision of the hand-knotted technique allows for the intricate geometric details and sharp lines that define the visual appeal of this piece. By choosing a hand-knotted rug, you are supporting a craft that has been passed down through generations, where the artisan's dedication is woven into every single stitch.

Wool

Wool is a fantastic natural fibre with many benefits, it is durable and hard-wearing, which means that a rug made from wool can be used for several generations and maintain its quality. They are an excellent choice for keeping your rooms warm during the cold winter months and can reduce noise from everyday life. The material also has a natural dirt-repellent effect which makes wool rugs easy to keep clean. Wool has a natural elasticity, which means that when the pile is pressed down, it can easily bounce back to its original shape.

UsageIndoor

RoomBedroom,Dining area,Living room

Size156 x 255 cm,Large

Thickness14 mm

MaterialWool

WarpWool

PileWool

Weight12 kg

AgeContemporary 0-20 years (not used)

ColorBlack,Dark red,Brown

ShapeRectangular

PatternMedallion

CategoryOrientalQashqai

ManufacturingHand knotted

Knot density90’000 - 160’000 knots per m²

OriginMiddle East

Carpet IDRXZZZS173

Importer

Rugvista AB

Lodgatan 11

211 24 Malmö

Sweden

Ghashghai - A Warm Addition to Your Living Space

Discover the charm of this one-of-a-kind hand-knotted rug, featuring traditional tribal motifs and a rich, grounded palette that brings authentic character into your home.