Qashgai Horse Trapping

This brightly coloured horse trapping originates from the Province of Fars in Iran.

Item: Qashgai Horse Trapping Origin: Fars Province, Iran Type: Hand-knotted / Hand made Age: 20th Century - mid (1950's) Size:  1.55 x 1.60m Condition: Good Price: £150-00 Shipping (UK): £

This ethnographic piece was made by the Qashgai people and dates back to before the 1950's. Striking in it's combination of colour, this rug was probably intended for ceremonial occasions including weddings and tribal gatherings.

The two flaps at each corner would have fitted around the horse's neck, and the tassels left to hang around and behind the horse.