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Material: Wool
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug 3
10
x 5
1
Located in New York, NY
Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug 3'10'' x 5'1''. Azeri Turks inhabit the Kuba area of the central west Caspian Caucasus and weave a wide variety of geometric scatters, runners, long rugs ...
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Marasali prayer rug
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Marasali prayer rug from Kuba district,eastern Caucasus,west coast of the Caspian Sea
Age: circa 1875
Size: 4′.8″x3′.10″ (142×117 cm)
The navy blue field displays four offset rows...
Category
1870s Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$9,750
Antique Caucasian Shirvan Carpet 2.67m X 1.60m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A beautiful antique Shirvan carpet, hand woven in the Caucasus mountains of south-east Azerbaidjan circa 1910 with a geometrical design of stylised flowers and birds on a rich red fi...
Category
1910s Azerbaijani Vintage Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Tribal Soumak Caucasian Rug. 8 ft 5 in x 9 ft 6 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Antique Tribal Soumak Caucasian Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Caucasian Rug, Circa Date: 1910. Size: 8 ft 5 in x 9 ft 6 in (2.57 m x 2.9 m).
Category
Early 20th Century Caucasian Sumak Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Rug with All-Over Design in Royal Blue Field, Soft Red
Green
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Caucasian Rug with All-Over Design in Royal Blue Field, Soft Red & Green. Keivan Woven Arts/ rug/ EMB-9510-P13527, Caucasian Rug, Early 20th century Caucasian
Measures: 3'11 ...
Category
Early 20th Century Caucasian Sultanabad Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Ararat Rugs Swastika Design Rug, Antique Caucasus Revival Carpet, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
The source of rug comes from the book Orient Star – A Carpet Collection, E. Heinrich Kirchheim, Hali Publications Ltd, 1993 nr.17. This is a remarkable and very unusual swastika designed early 19th-century rug from the Central Caucasia area. This unusual pattern is not known on other rugs but is seen on two Anatolian embroideries...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Doris Leslie Blau Early 20th Century Russian Bessarabian Floral Rug
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th century Russian Bessarabian floral handmade wool rug
Size: 10'0" x 11'6" (304 x 350 cm)
This exquisite antique Bessarabian rug, dating back to circa 1900, showcases the ri...
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Karachop Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This unique Karachop carpet, dating from the late 19th century and woven using traditional methods in the Karachop region of the South Caucasus, is a captivating example, both aesthe...
Category
Mid-19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Caucasian Long Rug Multicolor Motif
Located in New York, NY
ref 80596
Category
1910s Vintage Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Kazak rug, c. 1900
Located in San Francisco, CA
Kazak rug, c. 1900
Additional Information:
Origin: Caucasus
Period: c. 1900
Condition: Excellent
Rug ID: 26492
Category
Early 1900s Persian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$2,250
Antique Caucaisian Rug in Wool 3
11 x 3
0
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Antique Caucaisian Rug in Wool 3'11 x 3'0
Key Details:
Pile: Wool
Foundation: Wool
Origin: Caucaisia
Design: Tree of life
Approximate Age: 100 years
Quality (KPI): 200
Cond...
Category
Early 20th Century Caucasian Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Caucasian Kuba Rug
Located in Closter, NJ
Kuba is the largest rug weaving center in the Caucasus region. Located in the northeast near the Caspian Sea, this area is known for producing rugs with medium-density, low piles on ...
Category
Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Tribal Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,500
Antique Tribal Soumak Caucasian Rug. 8 ft 3 in x 9 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Beautiful Antique Tribal Soumak Caucasian Rug, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Caucasian Rug, Circa Date: 1900 – Size: 8 ft 3 in x 9 ft 7 in (2.51 m x 2.92 m).
Category
Early 20th Century Caucasian Sumak Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
18th Century Antique Caucasian Kuba Carpet. 6 ft 9 in x 9 ft 5 in
Located in New York, NY
Rare and Collectible 18th Century Antique Caucasian Kuba Blossom Carpet, Country of Origin / Rug Type: Caucasian Rugs, Circa Date: Late 18th Century. Si...
Category
Late 18th Century Caucasian Tribal Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Unusual Antique KAZAK Caucasian Carpet
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
nr. 248 - Unusual design and colors for this antique beautiful Caucasian carpet.
Rare specimen of Kazak with all natural colors, of course.
No restoration. The large "abrash" (diff...
Category
Early 20th Century Caucasian Other Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Nazmiyal Rugs Antique Caucasian Sewan Kazak Rug 5 ft 1 in x 7 ft 7 in
Located in New York, NY
Antique Tribal Red Geometric Caucasian Sewan Kazak Rug, Country of Origin: Caucasus, Circa Date: 1900
Category
20th Century Caucasian Kazak Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Terracotta Caucasian Kilim • 4×7 • Handwoven Flatweave Rug • 1960s Azerbaijan
Located in Burlingame, CA
This vintage Caucasian Kilim from the 1960s embodies the rhythmic artistry of Azerbaijani weaving. Handwoven entirely from hand-spun wool, it features a bold sequence of horizontal b...
Category
1960s Azerbaijani Kilim Vintage Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Savonnerie-design Antique Karabagh Gallery Carpet
Located in Beirut, LB
Relying on ancient tribal motifs, geometric designs, and playful abstractions, Caucasian rugs are woven in tribal settings by either village or nomadic folk.
Caucasian rugs are wove...
Category
Early 1900s Armenian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Cloudband Kazak
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Cloudband Kazak rug from Armenia,southwest Caucasus
Age: circa 1880
Measurements: 8′.0″x4′.10″ (244x147cm)
This beautiful kazak has a well executed design with two Cloudband medallions in a multicolor zig-zag field.The typical red and ivory cloudbands and yellow centers are present.The wide attractive ivory crab...
Category
Late 19th Century Armenian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$20,000
Ararat Rugs Talish Boteh Rug Caucasian Revival 19th Century Carpet, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a boteh rows design rug from the late 19th century, Talish Kazak region, Caucasus area. Rugs with diagonal rows of boteh can be found throughout the Caucasus and Persia. In t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Fine Antique Sevan Kazak Rug 5’5” x 7’9”
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Sevan Kazak Rug 5’5” x 7’9”. SW Caucasus/Armenia. Boldly patterned, strongly colored, totally geometric, all wool, coarse to moderate weav...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$12,000 Sale Price
20% Off
Caucasian Rug Akstafa
Located in Ferrara, IT
Cuacasian Rug Akstafa
Antique Akstafa Caucasian Rug 203 × 123 cm (6' 7" × 4' 0")
This exquisite Akstafa rug, woven in the Caucasus, showcases a striking red field enriched with tra...
Category
Mid-20th Century Caucasian Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,190
Mirror-Design Antique Karabagh Gallery Carpet
Located in Beirut, LB
Relying on ancient tribal motifs, geometric designs, and playful abstractions, Caucasian rugs are woven in tribal settings by either village or nomadic folk.
Caucasian rugs are wove...
Category
Early 20th Century Armenian Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Early 20th Century Antique Karabagh Runner from Silk Road Rug Inc Collection
By Karabagh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Step into the world of timeless beauty and charm with this Karabagh Runner. This exquisite rug is a testament to the artistry and craftsmanship that has made Karabagh rugs renowned t...
Category
Early 20th Century Armenian Tribal Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Caucasian Antique Rug, Blue Red Ivory - 3 x 5
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Caucasian rug is a true masterpiece of intricate design and craftsmanship. The rug features stunning sun motifs that run diagonally in lines, creating a mesmerizing ef...
Category
Mid-20th Century Caucasian Other Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Kurdish Runner in Soft Tones in Wool with All-Over Tribal Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Kurdish runner in soft tones in wool with all-over tribal design.
Rug/R20-0708, country of origin / type: Iran / Kurdish, circa 1900.
Measures: 3'0 x 8'1.
This antique Per...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Handwoven Caucasian Rug
Located in Delray Beach, FL
Beautiful antique handwoven Caucasian rug Russia made of wool
With intriguing geometric motifs of flowers all over. Four fantastic medallion in the center, and great vibrant antique colors...
Category
1880s Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,200 Sale Price
66% Off
Rare Antique Seychour Caucasian Runner in Beautiful Multi Colors
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 3'5 x 9'2.
This 19th century Caucasian Seychour runner represents the Caucasian weaving at its best. The amazingly beautiful colors and the composition of them shows antique colors...
Category
19th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian/Kuba Runner
Located in Gainesville, VA
A truly stunning Antique Caucasian/Kuba runner rug, expertly crafted around the 1890s, this piece is a rare treasure that exudes both history and timeless beauty. Preserved in remark...
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique Caucasian Karachov Kazak Rug 6’4” x 7’0"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Caucasian Karachov Kazak Rug 6’4” x 7’0". SW Caucasus/Armenia. Boldly patterned, strongly colored, totally geometric, all wool, coarse to moderate weave, medium to long pile,...
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$14,400 Sale Price
20% Off
Bidjov Kuba Rug, 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Bidjov Kuba Rug, 19th Century
Additional Information:
Dimensions: 3'8" W x 5'2" L
Origin: Caucasus
Period: 19th Century
Rug ID: 19574
Category
19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Caucasian Rug Shirvan
Located in Ferrara, IT
Antique Shirvan Caucasian Rug – 19th Century Masterpiece of Tribal Artistry
This exquisite 19th-century Shirvan rug from the Caucasus region is a rare and captivating example of fi...
Category
19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$9,501
Doris Leslie Blau Authentic Botanic Russian Bessarabian Handmade Rug
Located in New York, NY
Authentic Botanic Russian Bessarabian handmade wool rug
Size: 9'0" × 14'3" (274 × 434 cm)
This exquisite antique Bessarabian rug, woven in the early 20th century, showcases the distinct charm and elegance of Eastern European textile...
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Bessarabian Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Antique Jaff Kurd Bagface Rug
Located in New York, NY
An early 20th-century colorful Jaff Kurd Bagface.
2'5'' x 3'3''
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Old World Sensational Antique Caucasian Geometric Antique Kazak Tribal Rug
Located in Milwaukee, WI
Noah Old World Sensational Antique Caucasian Geometric Antique Kazak Tribal Rug
About: A gorgeous antique kazak from a region where rug weaving has been so significant to the people, land, and culture. arguably the greatest rug weaving territory, the caucasus are known for weaving highly artistic and very desirable pieces with their piercing blues, rich reds, calming camel and taupes, and soft beige, amongst other colors. the strong designs are all very territorial and due to lots of turmoil in their area - some designs become hybrids with other tribal designs to evolve into new patterns and "remix" or patterns and motifs if you will. this piece is a powerful tribal antique kazak woven in the southern region or the "low-land" caucasians. organic wool foundation with wool pile speaking to it's nomadic nature, this piece lots of symbolism and alchemy at play which is one of the things we are always searching for. in this piece, you will see "running water", mountain motifs, ram horns, and more. these navy blues paired with lighter french...
Category
1920s Tribal Vintage Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Shirvan Runner 3
4
x 9
6
Located in New York, NY
Antique Shirvan Runner 3'4'' x 9'6''. Light wool warps mark it as a west Caspian village Kuba long rug (kellegi). Dark blue field is closely covered by hexagons in color diagonals, a...
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$7,040 Sale Price
20% Off
Space Age Italian short pile brown carpet, with orange and beige decoration 1970
Located in MIlano, IT
Space Age Italian short pile brown carpet, with orange and beige decoration, 1970.
Short-pile rug of rectangular shape, with a design on a dark brown background and a curvilinear geometric pattern in shades of brown, orange and beige, typical of the Space Age period.
About 1970s.
Good general condition, marks remain visible on the bottom and there is a small crease on one of the corners.
Measurements in cm 275x200x1h
Carpet dated from the seventies but kept and preserved very well by the previous owners.
In perfect space age style as can be seen from the curved geometric design and the colors used, typical of the seventies.
With this carpet you will feel like you are completely immersed in that era and taking a leap...
Category
1970s Italian Space Age Vintage Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Rug with Soft Blue
Camel Medallions.
Located in New York, NY
This antique Caucasian rug features a repeating series of geometric medallions on a soft blue field, framed by multiple tribal borders in taupe and ivory. Angular motifs, small roset...
Category
Late 19th Century Persian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century Antique Caucasian Shirvan Rug
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Tribal Caucasian Shirvan rug
Measures: 3' x 5'4”
Antique Caucasian rugs from the Shirvan district village are still considered one of the best decorative and colle...
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,000 Sale Price
61% Off
Zabihi Collection Soft Green Gray Perpedil Caucasian Shirvan Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th century caucasian shirvan rug in light green and neutral tones
Details
rug no. j4744
size 3' 1" x 4' 4" (94 x 132 cm
Shirvan is located just to the south of the Cauca...
Category
Early 20th Century Caucasian Tribal Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Shirvan Rug 4
7
x 6
6
Located in New York, NY
Antique Caucasian Shirvan Rug 4'7'' x 6'6''. Eastern Caucasian, west Caspian Caucasian rugs, primarily scatters, in geometric layouts, some prayer, from a wide range of local villages. Marasali prayer...
Category
Early 20th Century Caucasian Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$5,200 Sale Price
20% Off
Fine Antique Akstafa Rug 3’7” x 11’6”
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Akstafa Rug 3’7” x 11’6”.
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$7,840 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Shirvan Rug 2
6
x 4
1
Located in New York, NY
Antique Shirvan Rug 2'6'' x 4'1''.
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,440 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Runner With Geometric Medallions in Jewel Tones
Located in Atlanta, GA
Antique Caucasian Karabagh Runner With Geometric Medallions in Jewel Tones. Keivan Woven Arts / rug E-0706, country of origin / type: Caucus / Caucasian, circa 1870.
Measures: 3'9 x ...
Category
19th Century Russian Kazak Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Caucasian Rug Runner Shusha
Located in Ferrara, IT
Antique Caucasian Rug Runner 575 × 105 cm.
This impressive antique Caucasian runner, measuring 575 × 105 cm, is a stunning example of traditional craftsmanship and timeless design. ...
Category
19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$11,907
Ararat Rugs Kuba Rug with Palmettes Caucasian 19th C. Revival Rug, Natural Dyed
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
Indulge in the exquisite craftsmanship of this handwoven Kuba rug, originating from Eastern Turkiye. Featuring intricate patterns of ascending palmettes and flowers, this luxurious r...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
ANTIQUE Superb Caucasian Oriental Rug from 1900 - RR2753 SALE 20% OFF
Located in Shamokin Dam, PA
ANTIQUE Superb Caucasian Oriental Rug from 1900 -
This is a real antique Caucasian rug (SUMACH) from the turn of the century, in good shape and a rare size. SALE SALE 20% OF...
Category
Early 20th Century Caucasian Arts and Crafts Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,330 Sale Price
30% Off
Gold Marasali Shirvan Prayer Rug, Late 19th Century
Located in San Francisco, CA
Geometric Gold Marasali Shirvan Prayer Rug, Late 19th Century
Additional Information:
Dimensions: 4'6" L x 3'6" W
Origin: Late 19th Century
Period: Caucasus
Rug ID: 16460
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century Red and Blue Wool Medallions Kazak Chajli Caucasian Rug, 1870s
Located in Firenze, IT
Ciajli is a village in the south-east of the Caucasus region of Mogan: Among the Caucasian rugs, the Ciajli Stand out for their loyalty to tradition and the purity of their design. C...
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$9,141 Sale Price
20% Off
Karabagh Antique Gallery-Size Rug, Black Red Light-Blue - 8 x 21
Located in New York, NY
This exquisite Karabagh Caucasian rug is truly a masterpiece of the craft. Measuring an impressive 7'11" x 20'11", it features an intricate all-over geometric floral design that is a...
Category
Early 20th Century Persian Other Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Sewan Kazak rug
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Sewan Kazak rug from Armenia,southwest Caucasus
Age: circa 1880
Size: 7′.4"x4′.8" (224×142 cm)
This Sewan style southwest CaucasianSewan Kazak rug from Armenia,southwest Caucasus...
Category
Late 19th Century Armenian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$14,000
Antique Tan Karabagh Runner 3
7 x 18
9
Located in New York, NY
3'7 x 18'9. Across the Aras river from Karajeh is the Armenian Caucasian rug area of Karabagh (Black Garden) which wove scatters, runners and gallery rugs from the 17th century onwa...
Category
20th Century Caucasian Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
19th Century Caucasian Kazak Carpet ( 4
6" x 7
- 137 x 213 )
Located in New York, NY
19th Century Caucasian Kazak Carpet ( 4'6" x 7' - 137 x 213 )
Category
1890s Caucasian Kazak Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Caucasian Karabagh Kilim 2.77m x 1.49m
Located in St. Albans, GB
A beautiful Karabagh kilim, handwoven in the south Caucasus circa 1930’s with an extravagantly floral design on an ink black field and a camel border. Fabulous secondary colours of p...
Category
1930s Vintage Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
3.5x3.9 Ft Rare Antique Caucasian Borchalo Kazak Prayer Rug, Ca 1875
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Antique Caucasian Borchalo Kazak Prayer rug.
Finely hand-knotted with even medium wool pile on wool foundation.
Very good condition. Sturdy and as clean as a brand new rug (deep wa...
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,165 Sale Price
30% Off
Early 20th Century Caucasian Karabagh Carpet ( 4
2" x 11
- 127 x 335 )
Located in New York, NY
Early 20th Century Caucasian Karabagh Carpet ( 4'2" x 11' - 127 x 335 )
Category
Early 1900s Caucasian Kazak Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Caucasian Akstafa Long Rug 4
2" x 9’3”
Located in New York, NY
Antique Caucasian Akstafa Long Rug 4'2" x 9’3”.
Category
Late 19th Century Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$5,440 Sale Price
20% Off
Emerald Karatchov Caucasian Rug, 19th Century – Rare
Collectible
Located in Barueri, SP, BR
This rare 19th-century Caucasian Karatchov rug is an exceptional example of tribal artistry at its highest expression. Woven in the highlands of the Caucasus, it represents one of th...
Category
Late 19th Century Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$9,450 Sale Price
55% Off
Bordjalou Kazak rug
Located in NEW YORK, NY
Bordjalou Kazak rug from Armenia,southwest Caucasus
Age: circa 1890
Measurements: 8′.4"x5′.0" (254×152 cm)
Bordjalou Kazaks are the ones with hooks in the pattern,and this charmin...
Category
1890s Caucasian Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$11,000
Antique Akstafa/ Kazak Caucasian Runner, 3
6" x 11
Located in Evanston, IL
From Shirvan group of rugs but geographically within Kazak area.
Designed with birds of happiness.
This rug has traditional large birds on the field...
Category
Early 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Wool Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
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