East Azerbaijan

Three large and boldly articulated medallions in the style of early Kazak weavings from the Caucasus dominate the vibrant madder-red field of this historically important and masterfully executed example from eastern Anatolia. The treatment of this iconic central medallion as repeat ornament is innovative and highly successful. While exceedingly true to the spirit of drawing and its execution, the distinctive construction of this piece reveals it as the work of a particularity skillful Anatolian weaver. This piece was published in "Oriental Rugs from Pacific Collections" in conjunction with the International Conference on Oriental Rugs (ICOC) in 1990. Antiques and art courtesy of Foster Gwin...

Whether from Eastern Anatolia or Northwest Persia, the rugs of the Kurds are known for their lush soft wool. This piece does not disappoint. Geometricized palmettes are boldly drawn ...

This bold village rug employs soft wool and a rustic weave. Representing design features from the related border areas of eastern Anatolia, the Caucasus and northwest Persia, this pi...

Situated along the ancient Silk Roads running between China and Central Asia, Khotan is an oasis city in the region of East Turkestan in what is now Xinjiang Uyghur Autonomous region in northwest China. Reflecting the geography in which it was woven, this piece blends elements of Central Asian and Chinese design. A central medallion is drawn in the center of an abstract field which actively combines a host of well-spaced floating motifs. Butterflies, shrubs and smaller floral forms are drawn spaciously spanning the area surrounding the medallion and in between two planted pots on either end of the field. Two borders derived from Chinese traditions frame the composition. With their pleasing light palette and spacious drawing, Khotan weavings...

Khotan, East Turkestan, circa 1900.

This banded fragment of a Turkmen chuval seems to be a rare take on a familiar theme. The Tekke Turkmen are known both for their red and white banded chuvals, composed of a solitary ...

60928 Antique Caucasian Azerbaijan rug 07'00 x 10'00. Warm and inviting, this hand-knotted wool antique Caucasian Azerbaijan rug emanates nomadic charm with a hint of sophistication. The abrashed field features a large scale brick red lozenge medallion decorated with an all-over geometric pattern composed of floral vases and ambiguous tribal motifs. The corner spandrels display tree of life symbols, square...

60923 antique Azerbaijan rug with Tribal style 05'00 x 09'03. With its geometric pattern, bold form and earth-tone colors, this hand knotted wool antique Azerbaijan rug possesses ric...

60947 Distressed Antique Persian Azerbaijan Gallery rug 4'10 x 09'08. With its time-softened colors and rugged beauty, this hand-knotted wool distressed antique Azerbaijan gallery ru...

60924 Antique Caucasian Azerbaijan Rug, 04'03 x 07'11. Caucasian Azerbaijan rugs are a type of rug originating from the region of Azerbaijan in the Caucasus. These rugs are known for...

75646, vintage Persian Azerbaijan rug with tribal style. Trending home interiors showcase darker color palettes as the daylight shortens and days get darker. Autumn and Winter interi...

60927 Antique Karabagh Azerbaijan Gallery Rug with Memling Guls 05'03 x 11'00. Warm and inviting, this hand-knotted wool antique Karabagh Azerbaijan galler...