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Caucasian Rug Shahsavan
Caucasian Rug Shahsavan

Caucasian Rug Shahsavan

$2,236

W 21.66 in L 22.05 in

Caucasian Rug Shahsavan

Located in Ferrara, IT

Caucasian Rug Shahsavan 19th Century This Shahsavan rug showcases distinctive tribal motifs and a

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Shahsavan Runner Rug
Shahsavan Runner Rug

Shahsavan Runner Rug

$6,943

W 50.01 in L 124.02 in

Shahsavan Runner Rug

Located in Ferrara, IT

Antique Shah Savan (SHAH SAWAN) Runner rug. 1900-1920. Rare kelleh-sized carpet attributed to the Shah Savan ethnic group. The Shah Savan are a confederation of Turkic-speaking tribe...

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Early 20th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug
Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

$4,200Sale Price|20% Off

W 81 in L 122 in

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Shahsavan Kilim rug. Very good, older example of a well-known type of rug from the Caucasus.

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19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug
Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

$6,950

W 73 in L 159 in

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Shahsavan Kilim rug. A beautiful antique tribal flat-weave from Azerbaijan, rug is

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Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Cotton, Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug
Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

$4,760Sale Price|20% Off

W 72 in L 104 in

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Shahsavan Kilim rug. Very good, older example of a well-known type of rug from the Caucasus

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19th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim
Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century, Azerbaijani, Shahsavan Kilim rug with a traditional crimson, sage green and

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1910s Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Caucasian Rug Shahsavan Kalleh Size
Caucasian Rug Shahsavan Kalleh Size

Caucasian Rug Shahsavan Kalleh Size

$1,706

W 59.06 in L 133.86 in

Caucasian Rug Shahsavan Kalleh Size

Located in Ferrara, IT

This exceptional Caucasian Shahsavan all-over design carpet is a rare example of Kalleh-size tribal

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Early 19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Handwoven Antique Persian Shahsavan Flatweave Carpet
Handwoven Antique Persian Shahsavan Flatweave Carpet

Handwoven Antique Persian Shahsavan Flatweave Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

61246 Antique Persian Shahsavan Kilim Rug, 05'03 x 18'00. This handwoven wool antique Persian

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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Handwoven Antique Persian Shahsavan Flatweave Carpet
Handwoven Antique Persian Shahsavan Flatweave Carpet

Handwoven Antique Persian Shahsavan Flatweave Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

61240 Antique Persian Shahsavan Kilim Rug, 04'08 x 10'08. This handwoven wool antique Persian

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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Runner
Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Runner

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century Persian Shahsavan Kilim runner with an incredible motif of geometric forms on

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1920s Asian Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Bag Face - 19th Century
Antique Shahsavan Bag Face - 19th Century

Antique Shahsavan Bag Face - 19th Century

$11,360Sale Price|20% Off

W 23.63 in L 24.41 in

Antique Shahsavan Bag Face - 19th Century

Located in Sultanahmet, 34

Antique Shahsavan Bag Face - 19th Century Size: 60×62 cm (23,6x24,4 In) In this rare sumakh bag

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's
Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's

$280Sale Price|20% Off

W 25 in L 21 in

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's

Located in Evanston, IL

25" x 21" Exquisite Antique Tribal Caucasian Shahsavan Bag: A Masterpiece of Tradition and Utility

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's
Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's

$210Sale Price|40% Off

W 21 in L 23 in

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's

Located in Evanston, IL

21" x 23" Exquisite Antique Tribal Caucasian Shahsavan Bag: A Masterpiece of Tradition and Utility

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan or South Caucasian Mafrash Panel
Antique Shahsavan or South Caucasian Mafrash Panel

Antique Shahsavan or South Caucasian Mafrash Panel

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan or south Caucasian mafrash panel, with traditional latch hook design. A good

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Antique Shahsavan Half Khorjin 'Half a Saddlebag'
Antique Shahsavan Half Khorjin 'Half a Saddlebag'

Antique Shahsavan Half Khorjin 'Half a Saddlebag'

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan half Khorjin (half a saddlebag), in soumak weave. This is a very good example

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19th Century Antique Shahsavan

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Nomadic Double Saddlebag
19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Nomadic Double Saddlebag

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Nomadic Double Saddlebag

Located in Barrington, IL

This rare 19th century Persian Shahsavan soumak double saddlebag is a striking example of nomadic

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Tribal Cargo Bag
19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Tribal Cargo Bag

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Tribal Cargo Bag

Located in Barrington, IL

This exceptional Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash represents one of the most sought-after and collectible

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Shahsavan Bag Face - 19th Century, Caucasian Rugs
Antique Shahsavan Bag Face - 19th Century, Caucasian Rugs

Antique Shahsavan Bag Face - 19th Century, Caucasian Rugs

Located in Sultanahmet, 34

Antique Shahsavan Bag Face Caucasian Rugs Size : 52×58 cm (20,4x22,8 In) Finely woven in the

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Nomadic Tent Wall Art
19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Nomadic Tent Wall Art

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Nomadic Tent Wall Art

Located in Barrington, IL

This finely woven 19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak kilim is an exceptional example of nomadic

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Tribal Tent Wall Art
19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Tribal Tent Wall Art

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Tribal Tent Wall Art

Located in Barrington, IL

This rare 19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak kilim is among the most desirable village-woven

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Old Mafrash Shahsavan Disassembled also for Pillows
Old Mafrash Shahsavan Disassembled also for Pillows

Old Mafrash Shahsavan Disassembled also for Pillows

$1,694Sale Price / set|20% Off

W 42.92 in L 58.27 in

Old Mafrash Shahsavan Disassembled also for Pillows

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

nr. 907 and 920 - They are all parts of the same saddlebag: if they are sewn, a saddlebag is formed and can become the cover of a made-to-measure bench. They can be used individual...

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Early 20th Century Caucasian Other Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique
Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan saddle bag face in soumak technique. An outstanding soumak bag face with the

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19th Century Antique Shahsavan

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Mafrash Tribal Cargo Bag Panel
19th Century Persian Shahsavan Mafrash Tribal Cargo Bag Panel

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Mafrash Tribal Cargo Bag Panel

Located in Barrington, IL

An exceptional 19th-century Persian Shahsavan Mafrash, this rare and collectible tribal cargo bag

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Panel, Late 19th Century
Vintage Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Panel, Late 19th Century

Vintage Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Panel, Late 19th Century

Located in Barrington, IL

Striking example of the early 20th century tribal textile art, this Persian Shahsavan Soumak

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Panel, Late 19th Century
Vintage Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Panel, Late 19th Century

Vintage Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Panel, Late 19th Century

Located in Barrington, IL

Striking example of the early 20th century tribal textile art, this Persian Shahsavan Soumak

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Indigo Blue Open Field Shahsavan Pile Runner Rug
Antique Indigo Blue Open Field Shahsavan Pile Runner Rug

Antique Indigo Blue Open Field Shahsavan Pile Runner Rug

Located in Milan, IT

The Shahsavan confederation of tribes is known especially for their flat-woven containers and

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1880s Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim in Sumak Technique, Azerbaijan 19th Century
Antique Shahsavan Kilim in Sumak Technique, Azerbaijan 19th Century

Antique Shahsavan Kilim in Sumak Technique, Azerbaijan 19th Century

Located in Beograd, RS

In this listing you will find a stunning little Antique Shahsavan kilim or flat-woven rug. The

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19th Century Azerbaijani Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Flat-Weave Carpet
Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Flat-Weave Carpet

Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Flat-Weave Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

78950 Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Jajim Kilim Rug, 02'09 x 06'08. This exquisite handwoven wool

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Late 19th Century Russian Bohemian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Shahsavan Flat-Weave Carpet
Late 19th Century Antique Persian Shahsavan Flat-Weave Carpet

Late 19th Century Antique Persian Shahsavan Flat-Weave Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

78940 Late 19th Century Antique Persian Shahsavan Kilim Rug, 02'11 x 05'03. This captivating

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Late 19th Century Russian Bohemian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Flat-Weave Carpet
Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Flat-Weave Carpet

Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Flat-Weave Carpet

Located in Dallas, TX

78943 Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Jajim Kilim Rug, 02'06 x 06'09. This handwoven wool Caucasian

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Late 19th Century Russian Bohemian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Vintage Shahsavan Mafrash Panel, Hand-Woven Wool, Central Asia, 1930s
Vintage Shahsavan Mafrash Panel, Hand-Woven Wool, Central Asia, 1930s

Vintage Shahsavan Mafrash Panel, Hand-Woven Wool, Central Asia, 1930s

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Vintage "mafrash" nomadic Shahsavan, rare and perfect cargo bag panel. Traditionally used by the

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Early 20th Century Central Asian Other Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's AS IS
Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's AS IS

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's AS IS

$159Sale Price|60% Off

W 32 in L 41 in

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's AS IS

Located in Evanston, IL

2'8" x 3'5" Exquisite Antique Tribal Caucasian Shahsavan Bag: A Masterpiece of Tradition and

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's AS IS
Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's AS IS

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's AS IS

$559Sale Price|20% Off

W 32 in L 41 in

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's AS IS

Located in Evanston, IL

2'8" x 3'5" Exquisite Antique Tribal Caucasian Shahsavan Bag: A Masterpiece of Tradition and

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Bas Face in Soumak Technique, circa 1880
Antique Shahsavan Bas Face in Soumak Technique, circa 1880

Antique Shahsavan Bas Face in Soumak Technique, circa 1880

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan saddle bag face in soumak technique. An outstanding soumak bag face in a

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19th Century Antique Shahsavan

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Kilim Nomadic Tent Wall Art
19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Kilim Nomadic Tent Wall Art

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Kilim Nomadic Tent Wall Art

Located in Barrington, IL

This exceptional 19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak kilim represents one of the rarest and most

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Tribal Kilim Runner Rug with Eye-Dazzler Design
Antique Shahsavan Tribal Kilim Runner Rug with Eye-Dazzler Design

Antique Shahsavan Tribal Kilim Runner Rug with Eye-Dazzler Design

Located in Milan, IT

A stunning antique kilim from the Shahsavan tribal confederacy, located in the southern Caucasus

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Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Mafrash Panel Rug, Circa 1890
Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Mafrash Panel Rug, Circa 1890

Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Mafrash Panel Rug, Circa 1890

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan or south Caucasian soumak mafrash panel, with traditional design Circa 1890 A

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Unique Antique Shahsavan, Single Copy, Private Collection, circa 1830
Unique Antique Shahsavan, Single Copy, Private Collection, circa 1830

Unique Antique Shahsavan, Single Copy, Private Collection, circa 1830

$18,830Sale Price|20% Off

W 38.59 in L 88.98 in

Unique Antique Shahsavan, Single Copy, Private Collection, circa 1830

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Antique Shahsavan rug, from my private collection. It was bought at a famous auction in London many

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Mid-19th Century Caucasian Other Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Fragment, Woven Textile, Wall Decoration, Circa 1880
Antique Shahsavan Fragment, Woven Textile, Wall Decoration, Circa 1880

Antique Shahsavan Fragment, Woven Textile, Wall Decoration, Circa 1880

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

nr. 901 - Little part of an antique "mafrash" Shahsavan, interesting for collection. It may be

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Other Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

19th Century Caucasian Shirvan Shahsavan Area Rug in Allover Pattern
19th Century Caucasian Shirvan Shahsavan Area Rug in Allover Pattern

19th Century Caucasian Shirvan Shahsavan Area Rug in Allover Pattern

Located in Barrington, IL

An exceptionally rare and collectible vintage Persian Shahsavan tribal area rug from the historic

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Tribal Cargo Bag Panel
19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Tribal Cargo Bag Panel

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash Tribal Cargo Bag Panel

Located in Barrington, IL

This exquisite 19th-century Persian Shahsavan Soumak Mafrash is a rare and highly collectible

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag, Hand-Knotted Wool, Caucasus, 1930
Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag, Hand-Knotted Wool, Caucasus, 1930

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag, Hand-Knotted Wool, Caucasus, 1930

$1,129Sale Price|36% Off

W 17.72 in L 52.76 in

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag, Hand-Knotted Wool, Caucasus, 1930

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

nr. 946 - Old Shahsavan saddle bag, with interesting design and beautiful colors: border with

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Early 20th Century Caucasian Other Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Early 1900s Persian Shahsavan Kilim with Southwestern Earth Tone Colors
Early 1900s Persian Shahsavan Kilim with Southwestern Earth Tone Colors

Early 1900s Persian Shahsavan Kilim with Southwestern Earth Tone Colors

Located in Barrington, IL

This early 1900s Persian Shahsavan Kilim is a rare and beautifully preserved textile, handwoven in

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Early 1900s Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Hand-Woven Wool Kilim Shahsavan Rug, Indigo Frame, Caucasus, 1930
Hand-Woven Wool Kilim Shahsavan Rug, Indigo Frame, Caucasus, 1930

Hand-Woven Wool Kilim Shahsavan Rug, Indigo Frame, Caucasus, 1930

$3,295Sale Price|20% Off

W 64.97 in L 99.22 in

Hand-Woven Wool Kilim Shahsavan Rug, Indigo Frame, Caucasus, 1930

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

refer. nr. 581 - Vivid vegetables colors for this wonderful kilim Shahsavan, splendid

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Early 20th Century Caucasian Other Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Rare Cicim Verneh Shahsavan Rug, Pastel Colors, Antique, Circa 1890
Rare Cicim Verneh Shahsavan Rug, Pastel Colors, Antique, Circa 1890

Rare Cicim Verneh Shahsavan Rug, Pastel Colors, Antique, Circa 1890

$4,331Sale Price|20% Off

W 39.77 in L 85.44 in

Rare Cicim Verneh Shahsavan Rug, Pastel Colors, Antique, Circa 1890

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Rare cicim Verneh Shahsavan from my private collection - Pastel colors - Single copy. nr. 985   

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Other Antique Shahsavan

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Wool

Shahsavan Antique Kilim Runner, Hand-Woven Wool, Caucasus, Circa 1920
Shahsavan Antique Kilim Runner, Hand-Woven Wool, Caucasus, Circa 1920

Shahsavan Antique Kilim Runner, Hand-Woven Wool, Caucasus, Circa 1920

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Nr. 926 - Antique very rare Shahsavan runner, gorgeous in colors and easy in sizes. It may be

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Early 20th Century Caucasian Other Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Rare Shahsavan Kilims Pair for Stools, Antique Textile, Circa 1920
Rare Shahsavan Kilims Pair for Stools, Antique Textile, Circa 1920

Rare Shahsavan Kilims Pair for Stools, Antique Textile, Circa 1920

Located in Alessandria, Piemonte

Interesting collectible pair of rare little kilims Shahsavan, suitable for making stools. From

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Early 20th Century Caucasian Other Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Tribal Bag Face with Soumak Woven Designs
19th Century Persian Shahsavan Tribal Bag Face with Soumak Woven Designs

19th Century Persian Shahsavan Tribal Bag Face with Soumak Woven Designs

Located in Barrington, IL

This exquisite 19th-century Shahsavan bagface, woven in the Azerbaijan region of northwestern

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug Large and unusual, c-1900's AS IS
Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug Large and unusual, c-1900's AS IS

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug Large and unusual, c-1900's AS IS

Located in Evanston, IL

5'2" x 10'6" Exquisite Antique Tribal Caucasian unusual large Shahsavan rug: A Masterpiece of

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

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Wool

Antique Tribal Caucasian Shahsavan Rug Full Pile Excellent Condition, Ca 1880
Antique Tribal Caucasian Shahsavan Rug Full Pile Excellent Condition, Ca 1880

Antique Tribal Caucasian Shahsavan Rug Full Pile Excellent Condition, Ca 1880

Located in Spring Valley, NY

A top tier collector’s rug from South Central Caucasus. Excellent original condition. Soft, lustrous, evenly high wool pile on wool foundation. All vegetal dyes. Size: 4'2'' x 7'9''...

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Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Northwest Persian or Caucasian Shahsavan Saddlebag, 24" x 53" Very Fine
Antique Northwest Persian or Caucasian Shahsavan Saddlebag, 24" x 53" Very Fine

Antique Northwest Persian or Caucasian Shahsavan Saddlebag, 24" x 53" Very Fine

Located in Evanston, IL

Uniquely, Shahsavan rugs and carpets were woven in an area of Persia known as the Transcaucasus

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Late 19th Century Persian Kilim Antique Shahsavan

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Wool

Shahsavan tribal manufacture carpet with red background and zoomorphic motifs
Shahsavan tribal manufacture carpet with red background and zoomorphic motifs

Shahsavan tribal manufacture carpet with red background and zoomorphic motifs

Located in Firenze, IT

This carpet was made at the nomadic tribe Shahsavand moving into the northwestern provinces of Azarbaijan and Ardebil. Made using ancient techniques passed down from generation to ...

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Early 1900s Azerbaijani Tribal Antique Shahsavan

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Wool

Antique Azerbaijan/ Shahsavan Cargo Bag or Mafrash, Bedding Bags, Soumak Kilim
Antique Azerbaijan/ Shahsavan Cargo Bag or Mafrash, Bedding Bags, Soumak Kilim

Antique Azerbaijan/ Shahsavan Cargo Bag or Mafrash, Bedding Bags, Soumak Kilim

Located in Evanston, IL

Measures: 21" x 42" x 18" x 30". Azerbaijan cargo bag or Mafrash - bedding bags, the front, back and side panels woven in horizontal bands, the center of repeating blue, red and ivor...

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Early 20th Century Persian Kilim Antique Shahsavan

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Wool

1900s Blue Large Scale Tribal Antique NW Persian Shahsavan Rug 5' x 6'10" Carpet
1900s Blue Large Scale Tribal Antique NW Persian Shahsavan Rug 5' x 6'10" Carpet

1900s Blue Large Scale Tribal Antique NW Persian Shahsavan Rug 5' x 6'10" Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Late 19th Century NW Persian Shahsavan Carpet ( 5' x 6'10" - 253 x 208 cm ) Handmade antique NW

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Early 20th Century Persian Other Antique Shahsavan

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Wool

1890s Ivory Diamond Tribal N.W Persian Shahsavan Carpet 3'4"x5' Knotted Wool Rug
1890s Ivory Diamond Tribal N.W Persian Shahsavan Carpet 3'4"x5' Knotted Wool Rug

1890s Ivory Diamond Tribal N.W Persian Shahsavan Carpet 3'4"x5' Knotted Wool Rug

Located in New York, NY

Shahsavan Rug, Circa Date: 1890s. This exceptional late 19th-century weaving exemplifies the robust, rustic

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1890s Persian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

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Wool

19th Century N.W. Persian Shahsavan Carpet ( 3' x 16' - 90 x 488 )
19th Century N.W. Persian Shahsavan Carpet ( 3' x 16' - 90 x 488 )

19th Century N.W. Persian Shahsavan Carpet ( 3' x 16' - 90 x 488 )

Located in New York, NY

19th Century N.W. Persian Shahsavan Carpet ( 3' x 16' - 90 x 488 ) Blue background with stacked

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Late 19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

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19th Century Shahsavan Kilim

19th Century Shahsavan Kilim

Unavailable

W 60 in L 132 in

19th Century Shahsavan Kilim

Located in Houston, TX

19th century Shahsavan Kilim.

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19th Century Unknown Antique Shahsavan

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Wool

Antique Persian Shahsavan Bagface
Antique Persian Shahsavan Bagface

Antique Persian Shahsavan Bagface

Unavailable

W 21 in L 69 in

Antique Persian Shahsavan Bagface

Located in Evanston, IL

A unique antique Persian Bagface made by the Shahsaven Tribe. Hand knotted wool with Persian symbols. Only Bagface no backing.

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Early 20th Century Central Asian Antique Shahsavan

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Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim, 19th Century
Antique Shahsavan Kilim, 19th Century

Antique Shahsavan Kilim, 19th Century

Unavailable

W 23.63 in L 23.63 in

Antique Shahsavan Kilim, 19th Century

Located in London, GB

Antique Shahsavan Kilim rug handwoven by semi-nomadic weavers from South Caucasus. This vibrant

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Antique Persian Shahsavan Bagface Handmade with Geometric Patterns
Antique Persian Shahsavan Bagface Handmade with Geometric Patterns

Antique Persian Shahsavan Bagface Handmade with Geometric Patterns

Located in Evanston, IL

This highly geometric patterned bagface with vibrant colors is typical of shahsavan weavers. Very

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Late 19th Century Persian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Silk Cover, Silk Textile, Azerbaijan, circa 1850
Antique Shahsavan Silk Cover, Silk Textile, Azerbaijan, circa 1850

Antique Shahsavan Silk Cover, Silk Textile, Azerbaijan, circa 1850

By Shahsevan

Located in By Appointment Only, CA

An incredibly colorful example of textile art from the Azerbaijan area, a Shahsavan tribal weaving

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Mid-19th Century Azerbaijani Tribal Antique Shahsavan

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Silk

Antique Persian Shahsavan Mafrash Storage Bag, Soumak & Kelim Weave, Wool, 1920
Antique Persian Shahsavan Mafrash Storage Bag, Soumak & Kelim Weave, Wool, 1920

Antique Persian Shahsavan Mafrash Storage Bag, Soumak & Kelim Weave, Wool, 1920

Located in Williamsburg, VA

This is a Persian Shahsavan Mafrash from the Kuba district. These bags were used to store blankets

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Early 20th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Exceptional 20th Century Veramin Carpet
Exceptional 20th Century Veramin Carpet

Exceptional 20th Century Veramin Carpet

Unavailable

W 169.3 in L 122.45 in

Exceptional 20th Century Veramin Carpet

Located in London, GB

-dyed colours. Early Veramin pieces would have been woven by the Shahsavan tribe, who settled in the

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Early 20th Century Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Shahsavan
Shahsavan

Shahsavan

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W 39 in L 219 in

Shahsavan

Located in New York, NY

piled rugs which you don't tend to find. Shahsavan weavings have a strongly tribal flavor with highly

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19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Tribal Shahsavan Runner
Tribal Shahsavan Runner

Tribal Shahsavan Runner

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W 34 in L 142 in

Tribal Shahsavan Runner

Located in New York, NY

Highly unusual and exciting, antique Shahsavan or Shahsevan rugs and carpets have only recently

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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim
Antique Shahsavan Kilim

Antique Shahsavan Kilim

Sold

W 72 in L 161 in

Antique Shahsavan Kilim

Located in New York, NY

A superb example of tribal woven art, attributed to the Shahsavan nomads of Southeastern Azerbaijan

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19th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Tapestry, Cotton, Wool

Antique Shahsavan Rug

Antique Shahsavan Rug

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W 112 in L 36 in

Antique Shahsavan Rug

Located in New York, NY

field on this arrestingly simple and bold antique Shahsavan. Two large zig-zags at either edge and a few

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19th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Traditional Shahsavan Runner
Traditional Shahsavan Runner

Traditional Shahsavan Runner

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W 40 in L 120 in

Traditional Shahsavan Runner

Located in San Francisco, CA

The Shahsavan confederacy were a collective of nomadic pastoralists of several ethnic and tribal

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19th Century Persian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Jajim
Antique Shahsavan Jajim

Antique Shahsavan Jajim

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W 88 in L 92 in

Antique Shahsavan Jajim

Located in New York, NY

Finely woven, early example. Sophisticated use of madder and indigo featuring many subtle shades of each.

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19th Century Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan "Jajim"
Antique Shahsavan "Jajim"

Antique Shahsavan "Jajim"

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H 71 in W 76 in D 0.1 in

Antique Shahsavan "Jajim"

Located in New York, NY

A very fine antique tribal cover from Azerbaijan, woven in an intricate warp-substitution technique. One of the finest we've ever handled. It would make an excellent bedspread, table...

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19th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug
Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

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W 45 in L 122 in

Antique Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Antique Shahsavan Kilim rug. A superb antique tribal flat-weave rug by the Shahsavan nomads of

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19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Runner Rug
Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Runner Rug

Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Runner Rug

Located in Spring Valley, NY

Antique Caucasian Shahsavan runner rug.

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Runner
Early 20th Century Shahsavan Runner

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century Persian Shahsavan Kilim runner with bold diamond pattern on a natural brown

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Early 20th Century Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Bagface Textile Rug
Antique Shahsavan Bagface Textile Rug

Antique Shahsavan Bagface Textile Rug

Located in New York, NY

An early 20th century Northwest Persian Bagface textile rug.

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Early 20th Century Persian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Caucasian Rug / Carpet
Antique Shahsavan Caucasian Rug / Carpet

Antique Shahsavan Caucasian Rug / Carpet

Located in New York, NY

Antique Shahsevan Long Rug, from Persia, circa 1870 Larger Shahsevan rugs are uncommon, and often they are mistaken for rugs from the nearby Caucasus region. This spectacular exam...

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19th Century Russian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Runner
Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Runner

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century Persian Shahsavan Kilim runner with multiple central multi-colored diamond

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Early 20th Century Asian Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Rug
Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century Persian Shahsavan Kilim rug with an incredible large-scale zig-zag pattern

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1920s Asian Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Rug
Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Kilim Rug

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century Persian Shahsavan Kilim rug with an incredible large-scale zig-zag pattern

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1920s Asian Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Carpet Runner
Early 20th Century Shahsavan Carpet Runner

Early 20th Century Shahsavan Carpet Runner

Located in Chicago, IL

An early 20th century Persian Shahsavan carpet runner with highly elaborate central diamond

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Early 20th Century Persian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Flat-Woven Shahsavan Caucasian Kilim Rug
Antique Flat-Woven Shahsavan Caucasian Kilim Rug

Antique Flat-Woven Shahsavan Caucasian Kilim Rug

Located in New York, NY

Shahsavan rugs – Highly unusual and exciting, antique Shahsavan or Shahsevan rugs and carpets have

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Early 20th Century Caucasian Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's
Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's

Antique Shahsavan Kilim/Rug, c-1900's

Located in Evanston, IL

1'8" x 2'10" Exquisite Antique Tribal Caucasian Shahsavan Bag: A Masterpiece of Tradition and

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan or South Caucasian Mafrash Panel
Antique Shahsavan or South Caucasian Mafrash Panel

Antique Shahsavan or South Caucasian Mafrash Panel

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan or south Caucasian mafrash panel, with traditional design. A good Shahsavan

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Antique Shahsavan Mafrash Panel, with Diamond Lattice Design
Antique Shahsavan Mafrash Panel, with Diamond Lattice Design

Antique Shahsavan Mafrash Panel, with Diamond Lattice Design

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan mafrash panel, with diamond lattice design. A good Shahsavan mafrash panel in

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19th Century Antique Shahsavan

3'7''x7'5'' Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Rug circa 1880
3'7''x7'5'' Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Rug circa 1880

3'7''x7'5'' Antique Caucasian Shahsavan Rug circa 1880

Located in Spring Valley, NY

Antique Caucasian Shahsavan rug, circa 1880. Very good condition. Medium wool pile on wool

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Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Kazak Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique
Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan saddle bag face in soumak technique. An outstanding soumak bag face in a

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19th Century Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique
Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan saddle bag face in soumak technique. An outstanding soumak bag face with the

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19th Century Antique Shahsavan

Pair of Antique Shahsavan Sumak Bags, 19th Century
Pair of Antique Shahsavan Sumak Bags, 19th Century

Pair of Antique Shahsavan Sumak Bags, 19th Century

Located in San Francisco, CA

Pair of Antique Shahsavan Sumak Bags, 19th Century This pair of sumak bags was most likely woven

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Bag Face in Soumak Technique, Circa 1880
Antique Shahsavan Bag Face in Soumak Technique, Circa 1880

Antique Shahsavan Bag Face in Soumak Technique, Circa 1880

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan saddle bag face in soumak technique An outstanding soumak bag face in a

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18th Century Antique Shahsavan

5x10.7 ft Antique Caucasian Moghan Shahsavan Rug, Excellent Condition
5x10.7 ft Antique Caucasian Moghan Shahsavan Rug, Excellent Condition

5x10.7 ft Antique Caucasian Moghan Shahsavan Rug, Excellent Condition

Located in Spring Valley, NY

The Moghan Shahsavan rugs are typically made from wool or a wool-cotton blend and feature a tight

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Late 19th Century Caucasian Kazak Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Mafrash Panel in Soumak Technique, circa 1880
Antique Shahsavan Mafrash Panel in Soumak Technique, circa 1880

Antique Shahsavan Mafrash Panel in Soumak Technique, circa 1880

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan mafrash panel in soumak technique with traditional design. A good Shahsavan

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19th Century Turkish Antique Shahsavan

Antique South East Caucasian or Shahsavan Mafrash End Panel
Antique South East Caucasian or Shahsavan Mafrash End Panel

Antique South East Caucasian or Shahsavan Mafrash End Panel

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique South East Caucasian or Shahsavan mafrash end panel Plain weave kilm with decorative

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19th Century Caucasian Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

3.5x5.5 ft Antique South Caucasian Shahsavan Rug, Ca 1890
3.5x5.5 ft Antique South Caucasian Shahsavan Rug, Ca 1890

3.5x5.5 ft Antique South Caucasian Shahsavan Rug, Ca 1890

Located in Spring Valley, NY

This antique Shahsavan is an expressive piece of nomadic spirit hand-knotted by the northeastern

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Late 19th Century Azerbaijani Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique H-376
Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique H-376

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face in Soumak Technique H-376

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan saddle bag face in soumak technique. A pleasing soumak bag face in a classic

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19th Century Antique Shahsavan

Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim of Small Size, circa 1900
Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim of Small Size, circa 1900

Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim of Small Size, circa 1900

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique South East Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim panel. Plain weave Kilim with banded design. This

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face In Soumak Technique (B), Circa 1880
Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face In Soumak Technique (B), Circa 1880

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face In Soumak Technique (B), Circa 1880

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan saddle bag in soumak technique with plain weave back Circa 1880 An outstanding

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19th Century Unknown Antique Shahsavan

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face In Soumak Technique (A), Circa 1880
Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face In Soumak Technique (A), Circa 1880

Antique Shahsavan Saddle Bag Face In Soumak Technique (A), Circa 1880

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique Shahsavan saddle bag in soumak technique with plain weave back Circa 1880 An outstanding

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19th Century Unknown Antique Shahsavan

Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim Panel, circa 1900 93 x 69cm
Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim Panel, circa 1900 93 x 69cm

Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim Panel, circa 1900 93 x 69cm

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique South East Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim panel. Plain weave Kilim with banded design. This

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim Panel, circa 1900 77 x 70cm
Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim Panel, circa 1900 77 x 70cm

Antique Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim Panel, circa 1900 77 x 70cm

Located in Moreton-In-Marsh, GB

Antique South East Caucasian or Shahsavan Kilim panel. Plain weave Kilim with banded design. This

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19th Century Caucasian Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Antique Pillows Made Out of a 19th Century Shahsavan Wool Jajim
Antique Pillows Made Out of a 19th Century Shahsavan Wool Jajim

Antique Pillows Made Out of a 19th Century Shahsavan Wool Jajim

Located in Istanbul, TR

The pillow were made out of a late 19th century, Shasavan wool Jajim. It does not come with an insert but it comes with a bag made to the size and out of cotton to accommodate the fi...

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Late 19th Century Persian Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool, Linen

Two Antique Persian Collectible Shahsavan Sumak Rugs 1.10' x 2', 1870s - 2B28
Two Antique Persian Collectible Shahsavan Sumak Rugs 1.10' x 2', 1870s - 2B28

Two Antique Persian Collectible Shahsavan Sumak Rugs 1.10' x 2', 1870s - 2B28

Located in Bordeaux, FR

Embark on a journey through time with this exquisite Pair of Antique Shahsevan Sumak Khorjin, originating from the Transcaucasus region and dating back to the 19th century. Each piec...

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1870s Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

18th Century Northwest Persian Carpet with Blossom Palmettes
18th Century Northwest Persian Carpet with Blossom Palmettes

18th Century Northwest Persian Carpet with Blossom Palmettes

Located in Milan, IT

A rare and early northwest Persian/south Caucasian carpet from the Shahsavan Confederacy decorated

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1780s Persian Tribal Antique Shahsavan

Indigo Cotton "Jajim"
Indigo Cotton "Jajim"

Indigo Cotton "Jajim"

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H 75 in W 74 in

Indigo Cotton "Jajim"

Located in New York, NY

An old tribal cover by the Shahsavan of Azerbaijan, woven with hand-spun cotton in alternating

Category

Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Antique Shahsavan

Indigo Cotton Jajim
Indigo Cotton Jajim

Indigo Cotton Jajim

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W 72 in L 83 in

Indigo Cotton Jajim

Located in New York, NY

An old tribal cover by the Shahsavan of Azerbaijan, woven with hand-spun cotton in alternating

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Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Cotton

Indigo Cotton Jajim
Indigo Cotton Jajim

Indigo Cotton Jajim

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W 69 in L 66 in

Indigo Cotton Jajim

Located in New York, NY

An old tribal cover by the Shahsavan of Azerbaijan, woven with hand-spun cotton in alternating

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Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Cotton

Indigo Cotton "Jajim" Tribal Cover
Indigo Cotton "Jajim" Tribal Cover

Indigo Cotton "Jajim" Tribal Cover

Located in New York, NY

An old tribal cover by the Shahsavan of Azerbaijan, woven with hand-spun cotton in alternating

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Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Cotton

Indigo Cotton "Jajim"
Indigo Cotton "Jajim"

Indigo Cotton "Jajim"

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W 75 in L 74 in

Indigo Cotton "Jajim"

Located in New York, NY

An old tribal cover by the Shahsavan of Azerbaijan, woven with hand-spun cotton in alternating

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Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Cotton

Antique Caucasian Soumak Rug
Antique Caucasian Soumak Rug

Antique Caucasian Soumak Rug

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W 70 in L 154 in

Antique Caucasian Soumak Rug

Located in New York, NY

these geometric patterns and tribal symbols are associated with the Shahsavan tribe. In the 17th century

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Early 20th Century Caucasian Sumak Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Indigo Cotton Jajim
Indigo Cotton Jajim

Indigo Cotton Jajim

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W 86 in L 86 in

Indigo Cotton Jajim

Located in New York, NY

An old tribal cover by the Shahsavan of Azerbaijan, woven with hand-spun cotton in alternating

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Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Cotton

Antique Qashqai/ Caucasian Kilim/Rug 4'10" x 9'
Antique Qashqai/ Caucasian Kilim/Rug 4'10" x 9'

Antique Qashqai/ Caucasian Kilim/Rug 4'10" x 9'

Located in Evanston, IL

related to the predecessors of the Shahsavan.

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Late 19th Century Persian Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Wool

Indigo Cotton "Jajim" Cover
Indigo Cotton "Jajim" Cover

Indigo Cotton "Jajim" Cover

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W 64 in L 81 in

Indigo Cotton "Jajim" Cover

Located in New York, NY

An old tribal cover by the Shahsavan of Azerbaijan, woven with hand-spun cotton in alternating

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Early 20th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Antique Shahsavan

Materials

Cotton

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Antique Shahsavan For Sale on 1stDibs

At 1stDibs, there are many versions of the ideal antique shahsavan for your home. Frequently made of fabric, wool and cotton, every antique shahsavan was constructed with great care. Your living room may not be complete without an antique shahsavan — find older editions for sale from the 19th Century and newer versions made as recently as the 20th Century. Each antique shahsavan bearing Folk Art hallmarks is very popular.

How Much is a Antique Shahsavan?

Prices for an antique shahsavan start at $200 and top out at $22,500 with the average selling for $2,950.

Finding the Right Rugs-carpets for You

Good antique rugs and vintage rugs have made their way into homes across the globe, becoming fixtures used for comfort, prayer and self-expression, so choosing the right area rug is officially a universal endeavor.

In modern usage, “carpet” typically denotes a wall-to-wall floor cushioning that is fixed to the floor. Rugs, on the other hand, are designed to cover a specific area and can easily be moved to new locations. However, the terms are interchangeable in many parts of the world, and, in the end, it won’t matter what you decide to call it.

It’s well known that a timeless Persian rug or vintage Turkish rug can warm any interior, but there are lots of other styles of antique rugs to choose from when you're endeavoring to introduce fresh colors and textures to a bedroom or living room.

Moroccan Berber rugs are not all about pattern. In fact, some of the most striking examples are nearly monochrome. But what these rugs lack in complexity, they make up for in brilliant color and subtle variation. Moroccan-style interiors can be mesmerizing — a sitting room of this type might feature a Moroccan rug, carved wooden screens and a tapestry hung behind the sofa.

Handwoven kilim rugs, known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. (The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but this type of textile artistry is practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere.) 

When it comes to eye-catching floor coverings, the distinctive “medallion” pattern of Oushak rugs has two types of rounded shapes alternating against a rich red or blue background created with natural dyes, while the elaborate “star” pattern involves large eight-pointed shapes in diagonal rows alternating with diamonds.  

If you’re looking for something unexpected, find a runner rug that pops in your hallway or on your stairs. Dig for dazzling geometric patterns in our inventory of mid-century modern rugs and carpets, which includes works designed by the likes of Swedish textile masters Märta Måås-Fjetterström, Marianne Richter and other artisans. 

Carpets and rugs have been around for thousands of years. Prehistoric humans turned to animal skin, wool and fur to craft simple fabrics to soften hard terrain. A 2016 study suggests that "cave lions" were hunted for exactly this purpose, and that decorating your cave with their pelts may have conferred strength and prestige. Although many of these early textiles are still in existence, tracing their precise origins is difficult. Carpets quickly became such a valuable trade commodity that the weavings could easily travel far from their places of origin. 

The oldest known carpet was found in southern Siberia. (It may have traveled there from Persepolis in Iran.) For the flat-weave floor rugs crafted by Native Americans, cotton was the primary material before sheep’s wool was introduced in the 16th century. In Europe, carpet-making was fundamental to folk art, and Asian carpets imported to European countries were at one time considered a precious luxury and not intended to remain permanently on the floor. 

With the variety of area rugs and carpets rolled out for you on 1stDibs — a collection that includes traditional, modern, minimalist rugs and other coverings of all kinds — things will be looking up whenever you’re looking down.