A korsi with a poshti against the wall in the background

Poshti (Persian: پشتی) is a backrest cushion upholstered with rug fragments. It is a traditional piece of furniture and part of the Iranian culture. Similar in appearance to a pillow but sturdier in material, poshti can have a square or rectangular shape. It is most commonly a one-piece item placed against the wall, but can come in two identical pieces as well, with one item placed on the floor as a mattress.

In traditional family gatherings such as Yalda, a set of poshtis were placed around a korsi and everyone would sit on the floor leaning against a poshti.[1][2] Poshti is still sometimes used alongside modern furniture in Iran, however with changing lifestyles, it is becoming a decorative piece.[3]

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References

  1. ↑ "Korsi: pleasant warmth for family gathering". Tehran Times. 24 April 2020.
  2. ↑ "Give Iranian taste to your home". Tehran Times. 24 April 2020.
  3. ↑ "How To Add The Sophisticated Touch Of Persian Décor To Your Home?". 24 April 2020.



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