Medieval Caucasian Rugs
MEDIEVAL STYLE
The Middle Ages in Europe followed the end of the Roman Empire, and in this time of change, which preceded the Renaissance, furniture was simple and utilitarian, with most homes having only the necessities like chests and benches. Much of medieval furniture, which was often made in oak or walnut, was built for the elite, particularly the emerging merchant class who owned multiple homes.
Life for many in the medieval era was unstable, and furniture was designed to be functional and portable. Peasants worked the fields for affluent landowners and didn’t have access to literature in the way that nobles and people of the church did (women less so than men). The furniture in their modest dwellings was typically limited to cookware and a handful of stools. Foldable chairs, while uncommon in homes of the early Middle Ages and emblematic of wealth, like all other furnishings of the time, allowed for easy transportation of a household. Trestle tables with detachable legs and collapsible beds were designed to be simply moved from place to place.
Medieval blanket chests were among the most important furniture objects and could further serve as tables or even beds. Some ancient traditions were carried forward to build this sturdy furniture, such as turnery. Although the furniture was minimally designed, embellishments like carvings added elegance to the heavy wood pieces. These details sometimes reflected trends in religious art like rose windows.
By the later Middle Ages, storage pieces like chests of drawers were often adorned with high relief carvings, such as geometric and floral motifs. By the 14th and 15th centuries, design had developed to include more involved pieces like cupboards and desks, while benches frequently doubled as chests with hinged seats. Beds also changed in this era from basic boards to four-post designs with large drapes to keep the sleeper warm. These beds and other medieval bedroom furniture were significant status symbols, passed down through families and used as places to conduct business and receive visitors.
Surviving examples of medieval furniture are very rare, yet its distinctive aesthetics influenced later styles like William and Mary and Arts and Crafts.
Find a collection of medieval seating, garden elements, decorative objects and other furniture on 1stDibs.
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Style: Medieval
Blue Pure Wool Armenian 200 KPSI Caucasian Design Hand Knotted Round Rug 8
x 8
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
2010s Afghan Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$2,778 Sale Price
25% Off
Cadet Gray Armenian Inspired Caucasian Design Wool Hand Knotted Rug 8
3" x 9
9"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
2010s Afghan Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,071 Sale Price
25% Off
2
8"x9
8" Gray With Small Bird Figurines Vegetable Dyes Runner Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Armenian Inspired Caucasian Design, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weavin...
Category
2010s Afghan Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,624 Sale Price
25% Off
8
x8
Seared Gray Extra Soft Wool Caucasian Design Round Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Kazak, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmanship techniques by...
Category
2010s Afghan Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,056 Sale Price
25% Off
Gray Armenian Inspired Caucasian Design 200 KPSI Wool Hand Knotted Rug 9
x11
9"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
2010s Afghan Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$5,512 Sale Price
25% Off
Brown Hand Knotted Wool Caucasian Gul Motifs Abrash Oriental Rug 9
1" x 12
1"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,938 Sale Price
25% Off
Sky Blue Caucasian Design 200 KPSI Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Rug 9
0" x 11
10"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
2010s Afghan Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$5,391 Sale Price
25% Off
1930
s Caucasian Karabakh Pictorial Rug Medieval Stag Hunting Tapestry
Located in Dallas, TX
78707 Vintage Caucasian Karabagh Pictorial Rug, 04'06 x 09'05. Caucasian Karabagh pictorial rugs with deer and mountains refer to a specific type of rug originating from the Karabakh region in the South Caucasus, which encompasses parts of present-day Armenia and Azerbaijan. These rugs are renowned for their unique pictorial designs featuring motifs such as deer and mountains. The Caucasus region has a rich tradition of rug weaving dating back centuries, and Karabagh rugs are one of the most notable types. They are characterized by bold geometric patterns, vibrant colors, and often depict scenes from nature or daily life. The imagery of deer and mountains in these Caucasian rugs symbolizes elements of the natural world and can carry various meanings depending on the cultural context and the specific design. Mountains are often seen as symbols of strength, stability, and endurance, while deer may represent grace, beauty, or even spiritual significance. Caucasian Karabagh pictorial rugs are highly valued by collectors and enthusiasts for their artistic merit, craftsmanship, and cultural significance. They continue to be produced today, preserving a tradition that has been passed down through generations of skilled artisans in the Caucasus region.
In the hushed embrace of a vintage woolen masterpiece lies a tale woven with threads of enchantment. This hand-knotted wool vintage Caucasian Karabagh pictorial rug beckons one into a realm where four deer frolic with the exuberance of spring, their graceful bounds captured amidst a verdant tapestry of blossoms and foliage. Here, amidst the vibrant hues of the foreground, the essence of the Karabakh region in the South Caucasus unfolds in a captivating tableau.
Behold, as the scene unfurls like a cherished memory, revealing a crystal lake that mirrors the heavens above, while a dense forest, teeming with life, stands sentinel against the backdrop of majestic mountains. Each element whispers secrets of ancient landscapes and untold tales, inviting wanderers to lose themselves in its embrace. For within these Karabagh rugs lies a deeper resonance, where nature's bounty intertwines with the threads of tradition and culture.
Embodying more than mere craftsmanship, these rugs are imbued with symbolism as rich as the colors that adorn them. Mountains stand tall as silent sentinels, guardians of strength and endurance, while deer dance gracefully amidst the fabric, embodying notions of beauty, grace, and perhaps even spiritual significance. Framed by the delicate embrace of a blooming Karabagh rose...
Category
Early 20th Century Russian Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$5,775 Sale Price
25% Off
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1"x9
10" Misty Gray Pure Wool Armenian Inspired Caucasian Design Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Armenian Inspired Caucasian Design, Hand Knotted, Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weavin...
Category
2010s Afghan Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$2,531 Sale Price
25% Off
9
x11
10" Quarry Blue Caucasian Gul Motifs Wool Hand Knotted Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Hand Knotted Caucasian Gul Motifs Pure Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the centuries-old weaving craftsmanship ...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,983 Sale Price
25% Off
10
x14
Turquoise/Brown Hand Spun Ghazni Wool Caucasian Gul Motifs Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Colorful, Hand Knotted Gul Motifs with a Distinct Abras, Hand Spun Ghazni Wool, Oriental Rug. It has been Knotted for months and months in the ...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$6,622 Sale Price
25% Off
Beige Stone Washed Hand Knotted Caucasian Gul Motifs Pure Wool Rug 9
0" x 12
0"
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This fabulous Hand-Knotted carpet has been created and designed for extra strength and durability. This rug has been handcrafted for weeks in the traditional method that is used to m...
Category
2010s Indian Medieval Caucasian Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,252 Sale Price
25% Off
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