1800's Antique Caucasian Azerbaijan Rug with Harshang Design

78953 Antique Caucasian Soumak Rug, 08'06 x 11'05. This enchanting antique Caucasian Soumak rug, handwoven from wool, exemplifies the artisanal artistry and intricate craftsmanship f...

78977 Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Kazak Prayer Rug, 03'04 x 03'10. This hand-knotted wool antique Caucasian Kazak Prayer rug from the 1880s transports us to a time when craftsmanship and spirituality were interwoven into everyday life. With its rich blue field, adorned with a scattering of vibrant eight-pointed stars, this Kazak rug evokes the night sky, offering both beauty and deep symbolic meaning. The stars, representing happiness, shine brightly across the central field, their eight points embodying the "Star of Wisdom," a symbol of man’s potential to gain understanding through life's challenges. The Caucasus tribespeople lived an elemental life, believing that wisdom, earned through hard experiences, was the greatest possession one could obtain. At the heart of the design lies a distinctive mihrab, or prayer niche, providing a directional layout for worship. This sacred space is filled with esoteric tribal motifs, each with protective and spiritual significance. The protection amulet woven into the mihrab ward off malevolent spirits, while the cross motif, with its intersecting vertical and horizontal lines, divides the evil eye’s power into four pieces, diminishing its harmful effect. Also present is the ying-yang symbol, representing the harmonious balance between male and female energies, a reminder of the importance of unity and balance in both life and nature. The antique Kazak rug's border is equally captivating, offering its own story of protection and strength. The innermost guard band showcases a series of S-hook motifs, another ancient symbol believed to protect against the evil eye. Surrounding this, the main border features Ram’s Horn motifs, symbolizing fertility, heroism, power, and masculinity. These bold geometric forms not only add to the visual appeal of the this Kazak prayer rug but also remind the owner of the strength and vitality essential to the survival of the Caucasian people in their rugged landscape. Finally, the outermost running water guard band highlights the importance of water to life in the Caucasus. Water, essential for both people and animals, represents inner purification and renewal. The repetition of this motif underscores its significance in the tribes’ elemental lifestyle. This antique Kazak Prayer rug...

78779 Late 19th Century Antique Caucasian Chelaberd Karabagh Rug, 04'10 x 08'04. In the mystical realm of the Caucasus, where ...

70950 Antique Caucasian Bordjalou Kazak Rug, 04'00 x 07'11. Late 19th-century, 1870s hand-knotted wool antique Caucasian Bordjalou Kazak rugs are renowned for their exquisite craftsmanship and distinct designs. Originating from the Bordjalou district in the Caucasus region, these antique Kazak rugs are characterized by bold geometric patterns, large-scale motifs, and a vibrant color palette featuring deep reds, rich blues, and earthy tones. Hand-knotted using the Turkish knot technique and made from high-quality wool, these rugs are known for their durability and intricate detailing. Each rug carries cultural and symbolic meanings, reflecting the weaver's heritage and personal stories. These antique Bordjalou...

Antique Russia area rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets...

Antique Russian area rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool. It’s colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Azarbaijan design ...

Unusual Armenian carpet in Bokara design with bright blue details. The unusual size and the very soft wool make it ideal resting on a sofa or even on th...

A late 19th-century Caucasian Zeychour Kuba rug. Measures: 4.3'' x 5.3'' A subtype of the Kuba rug, antique Seychour (also known as Seichur and Zeychour) rugs are made in the s...