Fantastic 19th Century Shrivan Rug

An amazing late 19th century Persian Shrivan rug with an incredible all-over geometric stylized floral pattern woven in crimson, indigo and natural wool, ...

An exceptional 19th century Persian Ghashgaei rug with multiple diamonds in the field, some with intricately woven floral designs, and others with stylized figures with trees-of-life...

a late 19th century Caucasian Shirvan Rug with an infamous keyhole motif Details rug no. j3923 size 3' 8" x 4' 9" (112 x 145 cm

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 woven in Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Southwest Russia by a multitude of cultures and tribes that employ distinct characteristics unique to their communities. Woven in the regions around North Armenia and South Georgia, Bordjalou Kazaks use some of the most particular designs among Caucasian rugs. Easily recognizable by their latch-hook designs in diagonal formats, Bordjalou Kazaks combine many rich colors to create timeless warm and earthy rugs. Four lozenge diamonds are lined up along the central axis of this Bordjalou rug...