Antique Persian Qashqai Horse Cover 47878, Size: 5'5" x 5'5", Origin: Persia, Circa: Turn of the 20th Century - Here is a compelling and beautifully woven antique Oriental rug - in fact, an antique Persian horse cover, woven in the tribal Qashqai style in Persia around the turn of the twentieth century. Antique horse covers, such as this beautifully composed example, are coveted by collectors around the world, who prize such pieces for their rich cultural and historical value and authenticity. Qashqai rugs are also widely collected, and are prized for their distinct tribal style. This piece represents a beautiful and harmonious coming together of the horse cover format and the tribal Qashqai aesthetic, resulting in a particularly desirable piece. Beautifully rendered Persian lions dance along the lower perimeter of the carpet, infusing this antique Persian Qashqai horse cover with an even greater sense of cultural value. Beautifully composed in a desirable style, this antique horse cover is a unique and appealing composition.