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This long runner was purchased in Teheran in 1978. It originates from the Saveh-Qazvin region, likely the weaving of the Shahsavan tribe. The design is known locally as palang or leopard. The bright orange colour has bled slightly in places. Identifier: 150 Size: 3.4 ft x 16.0 ft [100 cm...

This long elegant antique runner appears to have been hung horizontally by one of its previous owners. By colour, design and weaving technique it appears to be Anatolian in origin. It has small repairs in some areas so would perhaps best be used as a decorative piece. Identifier: 206 Size:...

This attractive runner originates in the area around Zarand village, south-west of Teheran. Zarand is a generic name for gelims made in this area. The foundation warps are wool, with weft weaving creating an elementary tooth-like distinctive pattern. There is some wear and creases but the gelim is in good...

The end panels of this lively gelim with its rows of weft patterning and the rug’s strong palette attest to its Qashqai origins. There are interesting woven artifacts here and there in the main field. This gelim was purchased in Cairo in 1980. Identifier: 255 Size: 3.9 ft x 13.1...

The strong burnt orange in this runner with weft wrapping and cotton warps is difficult to attribute. I suspect it is from the North-East. This gelim was purchased in Teheran in 1979. It is sturdily woven with a lovely palette. Identifier: 353 Size: 3.6 ft x 8.2 ft [110 cm...

This gelim was purchased in the Qazvin bazaar in 1977. It appears to be quite old and has quite a bit of wear with patches of repair. Its charm is the so-called “eye-dazzler” design, usually attributed to Varamin, and its pale palette. The gelim is woven on cotton warps with...