Antique Persian Khamseh Bagface — 1920s | 4' x 5'10"

The 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 guide to common rug motifs.

The 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 guide to the best rug styles for collectors.

At 4' x 5'10", the Hajar suits entryways, small floor moments, or wall display, where its dense tribal detail can be appreciated up close.

Khamseh 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.

Woven 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 Khamseh collection.

Hajar 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.

The 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.

Hajar captures the Khamseh tradition at its most intimate: finely woven, richly colored, and rooted in tribal life.

• Primary material: Wool pile
• Construction: Hand-knotted
• Dye method: Natural hand-dyed wool
• Foundation: Wool foundation
• Condition: Antique, low pile

Great condition for its age, with low pile consistent with over a century of use. Age effects are visible in the product photos.

Ready for immediate in-home use or display.

Vacuum gently using suction only. Avoid rotating brushes or beater bars.

Given its age and small format, consider wall display or low-traffic placement to preserve the weave.

For deep cleaning, consult a professional experienced with antique Persian tribal weavings.

What is a bagface?
A 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.

Is this rug one of a kind?
Yes. Antique Khamseh weavings like the Hajar are unique in drawing, dye variation, and wear pattern.

Is it ready for use?
Yes. It is in great condition for its age and ready for immediate use or display.