19th Antique Caucasian Perpedil Rug

About the Item

Perpedil – Kuba, Northeast Caucasus Against a navy-blue background, this Perpedil has striking designs. Six ram’s horns (wurma) cover the central area – in blue, white and red colours. Exquisite red flowers between the horns stand out sharply and bring this rug to life. Four stylized animals with six legs and bushy tails accompany each horn. Two rows of swords, a version of the ram’s horn motif, alternate with tiny flowers, S motifs, diamonds, rosettes and “stars of the Meds” arranged along the rug’s sides. The crafted kufic border, made of rosettes between double hooks, splendidly adorns this gorgeous Perpedil. The carpet is clean and ready for use. Perpedil (Perepedil) is an excellent carpet made in the village of Perpedil, located in the Kuba region near the coast of the Caspian Sea in modern-day Azerbaijan. Perpedil rugs have a geometric design. They feature a row of rams’ horns (wurma) that extends over the carpet field, alternating with palm tree flowers. The stylized ram’s horn conveys the idea of strength, fertility and vitality. Flowers, stars, stylized animals, birds and other ornaments are found around the row of horns and palm trees. The borders have the classic design of East Caucasian rugs, with tulips being the most common and other flowers, stars, flowers with vines, double E and S, and the so-called Kufic border. The base of Perpedil rugs is made with a wool warp, sometimes mixed with sheep’s wool. The weave is most often made of cotton. They usually have a high count of excellent knots, which allows artists to weave the designs in high definition. The rug's pile height is short, making the design clearer. The fur is also shiny and firm to the touch. The symmetric knot is employed. The main field of the carpet is navy blue, although pieces in ivory and red tones can also be found. Different shades of light blue, gold, green, brown and cinnamon are often used in the designs of geometric figures and in the elements that make up the borders. The creative design, excellent quality and harmonious use of colours in Perpedil rugs mean there is good demand for this work of art. They are considered valuable artistic possessions by collectors.

Dimensions:

Width: 54.34 in (138 cm)Length: 78.75 in (200 cm)

Materials and Techniques:

Wool,Hand-Knotted

Place of Origin:

Iran

Period:

Late 19th Century

Date of Manufacture:

Circa 1875

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