Late 20th Century Shirvan Rug

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3′ 10″ x 6′ 9″ Beautiful Caucasian Kazak area rug in a geometric pattern from the Shirvan village of Azarbaijan … Read more 3′ 10″ x 6′ 9″ Beautiful Caucasian Kazak area rug in a geometric pattern from the Shirvan village of Azarbaijan circa late 1800s. The design is set in a dark blue abrash color field with geometric designs in rows throughout. There is a red band on one of the rugs which is the "abrash" result of the use of natural vegetable dyes which overtime gradually age and develop a patina. This is a sought after effect that shows the creative process in making this wonderful village woven art.

Dimensions: 3′ 10″ x 6′ 9″
Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 19th Century
Place of Origin: Caucasus
Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation with natural vegetable dyes
Condition: Wear consistent with age and use See less