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Caucasian Seychour Rug, Ivory Ground Alpan Crab Pattern, 19th Century
$4,560
$5,70020% Off
£3,473.96
£4,342.4520% Off
€3,964.61
€4,955.7720% Off
CA$6,407.88
CA$8,009.8520% Off
A$6,983.46
A$8,729.3320% Off
CHF 3,698.04
CHF 4,622.5520% Off
MX$83,878.72
MX$104,848.4020% Off
NOK 46,818.05
NOK 58,522.5620% Off
SEK 43,044.59
SEK 53,805.7420% Off
DKK 29,611.26
DKK 37,014.0820% Off
About the Item
This 19th-century Seychour rug presents one of the most recognisable compositions from the Kuba weaving tradition: the Alpan Crab design arranged along a luminous ivory ground. In person, the rug has a striking graphic presence—crisp, angular medallions anchor the field while smaller geometric forms, stylised blossoms, diamonds, and animal figures animate the surface with movement and personality.
What sets this piece apart is the way its design unfolds. The central four medallions—each filled with roses, arrows, and floral abstractions—create a balanced architectural layout, while the intentionally incomplete medallions along the edges hint at continuity beyond the frame. This visual “overflow” is a hallmark of Seychour artistry, giving the rug a sense of depth and expansion.
The palette is equally compelling: deep indigo, brick red, camel, soft blues, and a warm ivory background achieved through natural dyes. The colours remain clear and harmonious, allowing the rug to transition effortlessly between modern interiors and more traditional environments.
The borders carry their own intricate vocabulary—hooked forms, serrated leaves, and geometric repeats—framing the composition with precision and rhythm. Woven from fine, lustrous wool, the rug maintains both durability and aesthetic refinement, making it suitable for use in living rooms, libraries, or curated gallery-style spaces.
For collectors, Seychour rugs hold particular esteem due to their distinctive drawing and strong visual language. For designers, this rug offers an ideal blend of structure and spontaneity—perfect for anchoring a room without overwhelming it.
This is a piece that rewards long-term ownership: visually compelling from a distance, and increasingly rich in detail the longer one engages with it. For a buyer seeking authenticity, craftsmanship, and design significance, this Seychour rug stands as an excellent acquisition.
- Dimensions:Width: 51.58 in (131 cm)Length: 78.35 in (199 cm)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:Circa 1900
- Condition:Rewoven.
- Seller Location:Barueri, SP, BR
- Reference Number:1stDibs: LU9788239507212
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