Antique Armenian

Fine example of the Armenian production of runners from the 1900s. Fully embellished field.

Last of the true Armenian production of Soumaks. These pieces were dowry gifts and not meant for export.

Woven in the Eastern quadrant of Armenia woven by the great weavers of Talish extraction.

This carpet is a Soumak weave example of the Dowry gifts woven by the Armenian girls in the late 19th and early 20th century.

This rug was woven as a dowry gift by Armenian women in the Lesser Caucuses region of Eastern Armenia.

The design has three serrated diamond medallions where the rest of the field is adorned with stylized stars and rosettes. Rare to find Armenian pieces but especially short runners. F...

A wonderful example of the fine antique works of the late 19th and early 20th century in the Caucasus region including Armenia. The carpet is a Shirvan with a lovely gold color field...

This rug is an Antique Caucasian Shirvan, woven circa 1910. The design is a stylization of the shield with numerous borders which enhance the artistry of the design, highlighting th...

This rug was woven circa 1890-1900 in the Kazak district of Western Armenia. The design is a distinctive prayer shaped motif, specifically attributed to the Fachralo Kazak carpets.

Woven of 100% high mountain wool in the North districts of Armenia. The piece was woven, circa 1900-1910. The size is 57” x 84”.

Two examples that we know of are in the museum in, Etchmiadzin Yeravan, Armenia. It is very fragile and has ancient repairs (see photos).

Unique special Kazak woven in Armenia. This carpet is known as a Shikili Kazak because of the origin of the weavers and the special design.

This carpet is called a Gatachen. This is a wedding runner that is generally used in the ceremony in the church. Later the owner donates the rug for future services. These did not en...

This rug is one of the finest examples of the Kuba workmanship and design. The rug is woven using all vegetal dyes and the highest grade wool, which makes this piece irreplaceable. ...

Palas Kilims were mostly woven by Armenians of the Shirvan and Kuba districts of the Caucuses Mountains.

Eugène Flandin was born in Naples in 1803. The artist’s first paintings were carried out in Italy, but once in France Flandin developed a predilection for landscapes and monuments pr...

Asiae, in qua Colchis, Iberia, Albania, ac Armenia Maior. (…).' - A beautiful Ptolemaic map of the Caucasus region and what is now Georgia, Armenia, Azerbaijan, eastern Turkey and no...

This rug is an extremely rare example of the early dragon elements of the 17th century Armenian Caucasian rugs. Woven in Karabagh, Armenian, this piece was most likely a wedding proc...

The horses are the folkkloric hero of the story of the Armenian king, racing through the kingdom, to warn the villages of the impending attack from the Persian army during the 3rd ce...

Wonderful small format Caucasian carpet most likely of Armenian design. Woven in the Kuba or Shirvan district of lesser Caucasus. 100% wool on wool foundation.

This carpet is an exceptional example of the wonderful weavings of the Kazak area of Armenia. The format is a runner which makes a fantastic floor piece or even a hanging carpet.

The Sevan Kazak is named after the lake located in present-day Armenia.

In the creation of art and meaning, what Karabagh carpets lack in clear imagery, they make up for in enduring dyes to bear the burden of our curious eyes. Karabagh woven by Armenian...

Ancient rug from the Caucasus region - Made in three shades: beige, earth and orange. - Highlight the geometric design and harmony of its composition. - Stars, geometric flowers a...

This is a beautiful and artistically drawn Lenkoran Kilim rug, dated 1910 (see close-up photo). Lenkoran is a famous design in Caucasian rugs and depicts a stylized turtle, which is ...

Antique Karabagh rugs are much sought after by collectors and designers as they boast some of the oldest and most varied designs of all Caucasian weavings, and represent perhaps the ...

This is a wonderful example of a Caucasian Karabagh even though it looks like a Kazak. The beautiful ivory crab design border encases a boteh covered yellow field. It is from 1890 3-...

Antique Karabagh rugs are much sought after by collectors and designers as they boast some of the oldest and most varied designs of all Caucasian weavings, and represent perhaps the ...

This handwoven Kilim comes from the Caucasus and is made of durable, but soft, textured wool. The ornaments in the middle are surrounded by strong symbols in red shades, which resemb...

Antique Caucasian rug with unusual color palette. Even pile, ends complete, few small damages as shown. Gold background with geometric and floral motifs. Red, ivory, blue, green, pin...

Antique prayer rug. Natural dyes, even pile, restoration to ends. Red, yellow, green, blues, ivory, gold, brown.

Early 19th century, Caucasian Pinwheel Kazak rug with a red field and ivory border. The tribal rug pattern features two opposing pinwheels, diagonal green accents and ivory rosettes ...

Erivan of the Caucasus region. Armenia Rug. - Handmade antique rug. - It is possible to emphasize its color and format typical of the rugs of the production of Erivan. - Piece with a...

Uratru was an Iron Age kingdom by the Lake Van in the Armenian highlands. The Urartian people were the earliest ancestors of the modern Armenians.

Armenian dragon carpet design, woven in or around the city of Agra early 19th century.

These carpets were woven by Armenian weavers in the Duchy of Khachen in the city of Khndzoresk.

Sivas located in Eastern was a prolific weaving center for over 150 years. Armenians were major weavers of the area. This piece is extra long and probably used as a wedding processio...

These Soumaks were very desirable from 1800-late 1920s. Originally woven in Armenia until Stalin partitioned the Caucasians into several Republics.

Antique Konya Sille carpet, 19th century Early Konya carpet from central Anatolia, woven by ethnic Greeks and Armenians. The carpet has exhibits lovely abrash on a grey hued lavend...

The three splendid hooked medallions are confidently drawn, and the many tiny crosses situated in and around them suggest a very desirable Armenian pedigree. Keshishian’s rare and...

Dutch paintings in the Italianate style. "Armenia Among the Shepards" & "Rinaldo and Armida" Depicting pictorial village scenes, In original gold frames Unsigned: Oval 20x25 wax ...

Joseph’s Cross – indicating the Christian religion of the Armenians who are the primary weavers of this type of rug.

Majestuoso espejo pieza única isabelino del siglo XIX con marco de madera tallada y estofada dividido en tres bandas: la exterior recorrida por una guirnalda de acanto y tornaduras; ...

A rich cochineal red field highlights the diagonally striped boteh (paisley) motif on this magnificent Genje runner from the Armenian quarter in what is now Azerbaijan. The border is...

The word Hatchli is a derivative of the ancient Armenian word "Khatch" (pronounced Hatch) meaning cross.

Majestic mirror Elizabethan masterpiece of the 19th century made in wooden frame carved and gilded divided into three bands: the traveled abroad by a wreath of acanthus; intermediate...

Woven in the Armenian region during the early 1920s, this Karabagh rug features a brilliant blue field and seed like lozenges with multidimensional detailing.

The name is derived from the Armenian word Khach meaning cross. The lower aprin is very decorative and is classic of the intricate designs and weaving of the Turkoman weavers.

This rug was woven by the Armenian community of master weavers in the historic city of Kayseri in Central Anatolia.

Together, these four children of the Armenian diaspora would visit museums and discuss art, particularly the challenges of being recognized as American artists, while still acknowled...

The Safavids ruled from 1501 to 1722 (experiencing a brief restoration from 1729 to 1736 and 1750 to 1773) and, at their height, they controlled all of what is now Iran, Republic of ...

This is a beautiful example of an ottoman weaving most likely attributed to the Armenians of Kayseri or possibly Ponderma in Western Anatolia.

This is a beautiful example of an Ottoman weaving most likely attributed to the Armenians of Kayseri or possibly Ponderma in Western Anatolia.