Antique Lesghi Star Shirvan Rug

Size 185 cm x 122 cm

around 1900

Shirvan region Caucasus

Pile Wool, Warp Wool　

 

Caucasian Lesghi star design rug. This motif can be found on both Shirvan and Kazak rugs from the Caucasus. The outer border of this rug is a variation of the so called crab border. It has wonderful natural plant-based colours throughout. This rug is in good original condition and was woven over 120 years ago.