Tribal Geometric Design Small Size Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Shirvan Carpet

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Shirvan Carpet ( 3'6" x 6' - 107 x 183 )

Caucasian
This is the general … Read more Late 19th Century Caucasian Shirvan Carpet ( 3'6" x 6' - 107 x 183 )

Caucasian
This is the general heading for all rugs made in the Caucasus mountains and in the trans-Caucasus areas, north of the Arax River, and between the Black and Caspian Seas. This includes rugs from the Kazak, Karabagh, Gendje, Koghan, Talish, Akstafa, Shirvan, Baku, Kuba and hesghi districts and the variants and subtypes thereof. The rugs are usually in scatter sizes and of all wool construction, with bold colors and geometric patterns, from the 18th through 20th centuries. Prices range widely depending on rarity, color, design and condition. A strong collector market exists for the better examples.

General Rug Type: Caucasian
Specific Rug Type: Caucasian - Shirvan
Circa: 1890
Ground Color: Sky Blue
Border Color: Ivory
Origin: Caucasus
Material: Wool
Weave: Pile - Knotted
Shape: Rectangle
Width: 3' 6" ( 107 cm )
Length: 6' ( 183 cm ) See less