Famous for their celebration of colour, antique Karabagh rugs are eagerly sought after by collectors and interior designers. The skillfully made rugs have one of the oldest and most varied design traditions of any Caucasian rugs. These rugs were woven in south-eastern Caucasus close to the Kazak district and bordering Persia to the south. They are considered exemplary in design and quality and are among the best in the region. Karabagh rugs utilize double weft strands between each two rows of knots.

 

In this wonderful carpet, the main field of deep blue is filled with various animal motifs including birds, horses, and antelopes that parade in alternating lines of colour and size. In the centre a woman in drawn, perhaps the weaver herself, alongside a small figure of her dog. Perhaps she is walking through mountain pastures, observing all of natures bounty and sensing our place within the natural world.

 

This is a truly wonderful carpet with a rare theme and demonstrates the amazing artistry and humour of the weaver. Woven around 1900-1920, this rug is in excellent condition for its age and is complete with woven fringes.