{"product_id":"hajar-antique-persian-khamseh-bagface","title":"Antique Persian Khamseh Bagface — 1920s | 4' x 5'10\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"pl-intro\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eHajar\u003c\/strong\u003e is an antique Khamseh bagface, hand-knotted circa the 1920s by the Khamseh, a nomadic tribal confederation of Southwestern Iran. Made of natural hand-dyed wool, this piece is admired for its fine craftsmanship and lustrous wool, featuring intricate geometric motifs and saturated color in the tradition shared with neighboring Qashqai weavings. Part of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/khamseh-rugs\" style=\"color:#764134;\"\u003eKhamseh collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it's a compact, richly detailed piece of Persian tribal history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== QUICK SUMMARY (INTENT-LED) ===== --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pl-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Khamseh, Southwest Persia (Iran)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique, circa 1920s\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bagface\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool pile, wool foundation, low pile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Indoor, floor or wall display\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4' x 5'10\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach rug is handcrafted and unique. Variations in dye saturation, weave density, and wear pattern are natural characteristics of antique handmade rugs and reflect authenticity rather than imperfection.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .pl-hr{\n    border: 0;\n    border-top: 0.7px solid currentColor;\n    opacity: 0.2;\n    margin: 12px 0;\n  }\n  @media (prefers-color-scheme: dark){\n    .pl-hr{ opacity: 0.85; }\n  }\n\n  details.pl-row{ margin:0; padding:0; }\n\n  summary.pl-row-summary{\n    list-style:none;\n    cursor:pointer;\n    display:flex;\n    align-items:center;\n    justify-content:space-between;\n    gap:14px;\n    padding:0;\n    margin:0;\n  }\n  summary.pl-row-summary::-webkit-details-marker{ display:none; }\n\n  .pl-row-title{\n    margin:0;\n    padding:0;\n    line-height:1;\n    letter-spacing:0.02em;\n    text-transform:none;\n    font-weight:400;\n  }\n\n  .pl-row-icon{\n    font-size:22px;\n    line-height:1;\n    font-weight:200;\n  }\n  .pl-row-icon::before{ content:\"+\"; }\n  details[open] \u003e summary .pl-row-icon::before{ content:\"−\"; }\n\n  .pl-row-content{\n    padding:12px 0 14px;\n    margin:0;\n  }\n\n  .pl-row-content ul{\n    margin:0;\n    padding-left:18px;\n    line-height:1.7;\n  }\n  .pl-row-content li{ margin:6px 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Hajar features a triple stacked diamond medallion in warm rust and camel tones, set against a deep indigo field scattered with small tribal motifs, birds, and geometric fillers. For more on medallion and tribal motifs, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/common-rug-motifs-explained\" style=\"color:#764134;\"\u003eguide to common rug motifs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe field is framed by multiple detailed borders, including a diamond lattice band and a reciprocating diagonal stripe, rendered in ivory, slate blue, and gold against the dark ground. The palette is deep and saturated: indigo, rust, camel, slate blue, and gold, with fine, lustrous wool that has held its color well over a century. Explore more Khamseh and Qashqai-related pieces in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/best-rug-styles-for-collectors#khamseh\" style=\"color:#764134;\"\u003eguide to the best rug styles for collectors\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 4' x 5'10\", the Hajar suits entryways, small floor moments, or wall display, where its dense tribal detail can be appreciated up close.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- HISTORY --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKhamseh refers to a nomadic tribal confederation of Southwestern Iran, closely related in weaving tradition to the neighboring Qashqai. Khamseh rugs are greatly admired by rug experts for their fine craftsmanship and lustrous wool, featuring intricate geometric motifs and saturated color. A bagface, like this piece, was originally woven as the decorative front panel of a nomadic storage or saddle bag—a small-format weaving prized today both for its portability and its concentrated design detail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoven circa the 1920s, the Hajar is a well-preserved example of this tradition, now over a century old. Browse more pieces from this tradition in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/khamseh-rugs\" style=\"color:#764134;\"\u003eKhamseh collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ABOUT THE NAME --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eAbout the Name\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHajar\u003c\/strong\u003e is the Arabic form of Hagar. According to Islamic tradition, she was a daughter of the king of Egypt who became the second wife of Ibrahim and the mother of Ismail.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name reflects the rug's nomadic origins and enduring resilience—a small, portable piece woven for a life on the move, carrying its color and detail across generations much as its namesake carried her own story of endurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHajar captures the Khamseh tradition at its most intimate: finely woven, richly colored, and rooted in tribal life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- MATERIALS --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Composition\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool pile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDye method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural hand-dyed wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoundation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique, low pile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONDITION --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eCondition Details\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreat condition for its age, with low pile consistent with over a century of use. Age effects are visible in the product photos.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReady for immediate in-home use or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- CARE --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVacuum gently using suction only. Avoid rotating brushes or beater bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven its age and small format, consider wall display or low-traffic placement to preserve the weave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor deep cleaning, consult a professional experienced with antique Persian tribal weavings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\" style=\"margin-bottom: -1.7em;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\" style=\"margin-top: 2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a bagface?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA bagface is the decorative front panel of a nomadic storage or saddle bag, originally woven as part of a functional tribal textile and often repurposed today as a small rug or wall piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this rug one of a kind?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Antique Khamseh weavings like the Hajar are unique in drawing, dye variation, and wear pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it ready for use?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. It is in great condition for its age and ready for immediate use or display.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"Rugs \u0026amp; Antique Area Rugs\" itemprop=\"category\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Wool\" itemprop=\"material\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Hand-knotted\" itemprop=\"productionMethod\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Khamseh, Southwest Persia (Iran)\" itemprop=\"origin\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Rugistan","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48924110586039,"sku":"K1769","price":1350.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/7703\/8007\/files\/hajar-1.jpg?v=1784927825","url":"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/products\/hajar-antique-persian-khamseh-bagface","provider":"Leonidas Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}