This unusual antique Khamseh rug is a rich and refined celebration of Persian nomadic artistry, blending traditional tribal motifs with delicate floral patterns in a harmonious, earthy palette. Woven with clear Bakhtiari influence, it reflects the unique aesthetic of southern Persian craftsmanship, while offering a format and style that are both versatile and rare.

At the rug’s center lies a beautifully drawn cream medallion, accented by a soft red core that offers gentle contrast and draws the eye inward. The medallion floats on a creamy beige field, speckled with multi-colored flower heads that give the rug a textured, almost garden-like charm.

Framing the central field is a warm reddish-brown ground, filled with lush stems, shrubs, and sprigs, creating an organic flow and emphasizing the natural inspiration behind the design. Brown spandrels lend further visual weight and depth, anchoring the composition.

The light blue main border, elegantly decorated with stylized cypress trees and shrubs, introduces a sense of serenity and symbolism—cypress trees being traditional Persian symbols of endurance, protection, and eternity. Flanking this border are two cream guard borders, each containing small geometric motifs that add balance and rhythmic repetition to the overall design.

One of this rug’s most striking features is its rare squarish shape, making it ideal for a range of interiors. It works beautifully beneath a coffee table, as a framed focal point in a smaller room, or as a defining accent in an intimate seating area.

Key Features:

• Origin: Southern Iran (Khamseh tribe, with Bakhtiari influence)

• Type: Antique Persian rug

• Design: Cream medallion with floral field, shrubs, and symbolic cypress trees

• Color Palette: Cream, soft red, beige, reddish-brown, and light blue

• Material: Hand-knotted wool

• Condition: Excellent vintage condition

• Format: Unusual squarish proportions

• Use: Ideal for compact sitting rooms, under coffee tables, or as a statement floor piece