Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Shirvan Islamic Prayer Rug

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Shirvan Prayer Rug ( 3' x 5' - 91 x 152 )

Caucasian - Shirvan
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Caucasian - Shirvan
The Shirvan district of Caucasian Azerbaijan lies to the west of the Caspian sea, north of Baku. Rugs were made in huge numbers in the 19th century on composite wool and cotton foundations. There are many named subtypes among Shirvan weaves. Geometric motives fill the field, but the designs are smaller and individually less striking than those of the coarser Kazaks. Almost all rugs are scatters and runners. Dye quality varies, but the best rugs have wide, exceptional, natural dye palettes. Many Shirvans are exceptional,natural dy palettes. Many Shirvans are service rugs, but the best, for instance the Manasali prayer rugs are avidly collected and fetch extraordinary prices.

General Rug Type: Caucasian
Specific Rug Type: Caucasian - Shirvan
Circa: 1890
Ground Color: Dark Blue
Border Color: Ivory
Origin: Russia
Material: Wool
Weave: Pile - Knotted
Shape: Rectangle
Width: 3' ( 91 cm )
Length: 5' ( 152 cm ) See less