Hi Richard,

Thank you for contacting Mearto with your appraisal inquiry.

Like your runner, the hexagonal medallions and lush floral and bird-filled ground denote this to a Persian Qashqai or Shiraz tribal rug, most likely handwoven in the Fars Province of southwestern Iran.

Area rugs of this vintage and condition usually sell for between $1,200-1,500 at auction, though rug dealers would likely ask much higher prices for ones they are selling.

Based on the photos and information provided, and subject to examination, this is:

A vintage Persian Qashqai or Shiraz tribal hand-knotted wool area rug
probably late 20th Century
In cream and brown earth tones, with two hexagonal medallions on a cream-colored ground densely decorated, within brown and cream borders, with cream selvedges (fringe trim).
48-1/2 x 72-1/2 inches (approx 4 by 6 feet)
CONDITION: Last cleaned in 2019; appears to be in good condition; value assumes no tears, stains, odors or repairs.
PROVENANCE: Inherited
$1,200-1,500*
*represents a fair-market value for auction purposes; retail or asking price may vary.

Please let us know if you have additional items to appraise, or questions/concerns, and thank you again for using Mearto.
~ Delia