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Antique Tekke Turkmen Engsi of traditional design with excellent colour.
Size: 155 x 120cm
Circa 1900.
Used these days as small rugs, this Engsi is a door hanging woven by a member of the Turkmen Tekke tribe. It was used on the inside of the Turkmen yurt and was an extremely symbolic rug, representing the gateway to Paradise. The pointed pentagonal symbol at the top was not a prayer-niche as it is often wrongly mistaken for, but a symbol representing power and fertility. The central cross divided the field into the four symbolic gardens of Paradise where the cross represents a pre-Islamic symbol for breaking down evil.
This superb engsi was made by Tekke Turkmen circa 1900 and has a stunning red colour, derived from madder-root. It is in very good condition overall with nice soft wool. A truly great example.
Size: 155 x 120cm
Circa 1900.
Used these days as small rugs, this Engsi is a door hanging woven by a member of the Turkmen Tekke tribe. It was used on the inside of the Turkmen yurt and was an extremely symbolic rug, representing the gateway to Paradise. The pointed pentagonal symbol at the top was not a prayer-niche as it is often wrongly mistaken for, but a symbol representing power and fertility. The central cross divided the field into the four symbolic gardens of Paradise where the cross represents a pre-Islamic symbol for breaking down evil.
This superb engsi was made by Tekke Turkmen circa 1900 and has a stunning red colour, derived from madder-root. It is in very good condition overall with nice soft wool. A truly great example.
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Shirvan Antique Kilim
Beautifully woven in the Caucasus around 1900.
Wool x wool.
The Shirvan region is located between what was then northern Persia and the Caspian Sea region. Kilims and carpets woven in and around Shirvan are considered to be of high quality in the Caucasus. Antique carpets and kilims are handmade with natural dyes and hand-spun wool. This handmade process produces subtle differences in colour.
The soft colours suit both modern and traditional interiors. This beautiful antique kilim is carefully hand-knotted and dyed with natural dyes. The subtle shades give this kilim an elegant look that matches most interiors.
Beautifully woven in the Caucasus around 1900.
Wool x wool.
The Shirvan region is located between what was then northern Persia and the Caspian Sea region. Kilims and carpets woven in and around Shirvan are considered to be of high quality in the Caucasus. Antique carpets and kilims are handmade with natural dyes and hand-spun wool. This handmade process produces subtle differences in colour.
The soft colours suit both modern and traditional interiors. This beautiful antique kilim is carefully hand-knotted and dyed with natural dyes. The subtle shades give this kilim an elegant look that matches most interiors.
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Antique Shirvan, Caucasus,
19th century, wool on wool
An overall geometric design gives this carpet a deeply tribal feel. The chosen color palette is light and uplifting, giving balance to the angled, compartmented design. The use of stars, so often seen in Caucasian rugs, reminds one that the weaver comes from a region of high secluded mountains where the beauty of the stars in the night sky must surely exert a striking influence on the viewer. Still very relevant for us today, 135 years after this work of art was woven, the skill of the design conveys a balance between the geometry of our modern-day surroundings with the natural beauty of nature.
19th century, wool on wool
An overall geometric design gives this carpet a deeply tribal feel. The chosen color palette is light and uplifting, giving balance to the angled, compartmented design. The use of stars, so often seen in Caucasian rugs, reminds one that the weaver comes from a region of high secluded mountains where the beauty of the stars in the night sky must surely exert a striking influence on the viewer. Still very relevant for us today, 135 years after this work of art was woven, the skill of the design conveys a balance between the geometry of our modern-day surroundings with the natural beauty of nature.
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Kuba Kilim, circa 1900, Antique Tribal Kilim
Size: 326 cm x 162 cm
Wool x wool
This fine quality Old Kuba Kilim was woven in the Caucasus region around 1900 in the Azerbaijani city of Kuba.
The type of this kilim is instantly recognisable and the style of the tribe can be seen at a glance. It uses traditional designs and colours that have been part of the region's culture for centuries. The geometric patterns that make up the field are usually of the same size, but on this kilim they are of a different size, making the design more dynamic. Together with the zigzag border, this is a wonderful carpet representative of the Kuba kilim type. The strong colours are also typical of Kuba, with the overall distinct red of the field contrasting with the blues, greens and creams of the shield pattern. Unusually, the weaver has added small symbols of protection, a circle of life, flowers and ram's horns to the field. Perhaps this was a special piece for her family to enjoy. In fact, it is a very attractive kilim.
It is in generally good condition, although there are repairs and holes repaired.
Size: 326 cm x 162 cm
Wool x wool
This fine quality Old Kuba Kilim was woven in the Caucasus region around 1900 in the Azerbaijani city of Kuba.
The type of this kilim is instantly recognisable and the style of the tribe can be seen at a glance. It uses traditional designs and colours that have been part of the region's culture for centuries. The geometric patterns that make up the field are usually of the same size, but on this kilim they are of a different size, making the design more dynamic. Together with the zigzag border, this is a wonderful carpet representative of the Kuba kilim type. The strong colours are also typical of Kuba, with the overall distinct red of the field contrasting with the blues, greens and creams of the shield pattern. Unusually, the weaver has added small symbols of protection, a circle of life, flowers and ram's horns to the field. Perhaps this was a special piece for her family to enjoy. In fact, it is a very attractive kilim.
It is in generally good condition, although there are repairs and holes repaired.
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Khamseh Bird Rug
Khamseh antique tribal rug, circa 1900
Size 187cm x 157cm
Southwest Persia, Fars Province.
Pile weave Wool, warp threads of wool.
Nineteenth-century Persian Khamseh carpets (Khamseh) share strong similarities with nomadic Kashgai textiles and are highly prized by tribal rug collectors for their deep colours and use of complex, stylised ancient motifs and animals. The Kamse were a 19th-century South Persian tribal confederation whose carpet style and geographical origins are related to the Qashqai and Afshar traditions. The most important Kamse design is the 'murgi' (chicken or bird) motif, usually interpreted as a dense flight of birds within one to three diamond-shaped medallions. As with other nomadic weavings from the Fars region, the decoration is varied and enhanced by the use of natural dye shades and fine wool. The traditional colour palette of the Kamse people is characterised by deep, neutral to dark blue and rust colours.
Khamseh antique tribal rug, circa 1900
Size 187cm x 157cm
Southwest Persia, Fars Province.
Pile weave Wool, warp threads of wool.
Nineteenth-century Persian Khamseh carpets (Khamseh) share strong similarities with nomadic Kashgai textiles and are highly prized by tribal rug collectors for their deep colours and use of complex, stylised ancient motifs and animals. The Kamse were a 19th-century South Persian tribal confederation whose carpet style and geographical origins are related to the Qashqai and Afshar traditions. The most important Kamse design is the 'murgi' (chicken or bird) motif, usually interpreted as a dense flight of birds within one to three diamond-shaped medallions. As with other nomadic weavings from the Fars region, the decoration is varied and enhanced by the use of natural dye shades and fine wool. The traditional colour palette of the Kamse people is characterised by deep, neutral to dark blue and rust colours.
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Antique Bidjar rug (Bijar rug).
Wool pile on wool warp.
Size 162 cm x 114 cm.
Good condition.
Woven between 1900-1920 Bidjar (Bidjar / Bijar) is a market centre in north-west Persia (Iran), about 220 km south of Tabriz. The desert town of Bijar and the surrounding countryside are mainly inhabited by Kurds, whose artistic expertise and culture is evident in their beautiful carpets. At the beginning of the 20th century, Bijar (Bidjar) was a small town with a population of 20 000, but was the centre of a major textile production area. Small workshops produced superbly crafted rugs and carpets.
Note the clever use of opposite colours in the field and medallion of this rug and the exquisite Herati design (a classic Persian flower and leaf pattern). The aquamarine in the border accentuates it beautifully. This Bijar is a highly decorative carpet in a very user-friendly size. Many antique Bijar rugs were commissioned by Persian nobility over the last few hundred years.
Bijar (Bijar) rugs are world-renowned for their fine artistry, craftsmanship and superior materials and can be recognised by their heavy wool (cotton in 20th century rugs) foundation. As the weaver knots each row, he adds wet weft yarns, which, when dry, form a tight foundation that allows the antique bejar (bejar) rugs, known as 'Persian iron carpets', to withstand 200 years of abuse. Weavers in the region have transformed many of the classic designs of antique rugs with their own interpretations. "Mina khani" and "Herati" Persian rug designs (both very detailed and generally repetitive) and diamond-shaped medallions were frequently used. Pendant motifs can be seen on the vertical ends of the medallions on antique Bidjar rugs.
The culmination of centuries of weaving tradition, the finest Bidjar antique rugs woven before 1920 are wonderfully refined works of art, yet their design and colour palette are unique to Tribal rugs themselves, not found in other city carpets. They are highly valued by collectors and rug lovers for their uniqueness, durability and decorative qualities. This carpet fits well in a wide range of interiors, from traditional to contemporary.
Wool pile on wool warp.
Size 162 cm x 114 cm.
Good condition.
Woven between 1900-1920 Bidjar (Bidjar / Bijar) is a market centre in north-west Persia (Iran), about 220 km south of Tabriz. The desert town of Bijar and the surrounding countryside are mainly inhabited by Kurds, whose artistic expertise and culture is evident in their beautiful carpets. At the beginning of the 20th century, Bijar (Bidjar) was a small town with a population of 20 000, but was the centre of a major textile production area. Small workshops produced superbly crafted rugs and carpets.
Note the clever use of opposite colours in the field and medallion of this rug and the exquisite Herati design (a classic Persian flower and leaf pattern). The aquamarine in the border accentuates it beautifully. This Bijar is a highly decorative carpet in a very user-friendly size. Many antique Bijar rugs were commissioned by Persian nobility over the last few hundred years.
Bijar (Bijar) rugs are world-renowned for their fine artistry, craftsmanship and superior materials and can be recognised by their heavy wool (cotton in 20th century rugs) foundation. As the weaver knots each row, he adds wet weft yarns, which, when dry, form a tight foundation that allows the antique bejar (bejar) rugs, known as 'Persian iron carpets', to withstand 200 years of abuse. Weavers in the region have transformed many of the classic designs of antique rugs with their own interpretations. "Mina khani" and "Herati" Persian rug designs (both very detailed and generally repetitive) and diamond-shaped medallions were frequently used. Pendant motifs can be seen on the vertical ends of the medallions on antique Bidjar rugs.
The culmination of centuries of weaving tradition, the finest Bidjar antique rugs woven before 1920 are wonderfully refined works of art, yet their design and colour palette are unique to Tribal rugs themselves, not found in other city carpets. They are highly valued by collectors and rug lovers for their uniqueness, durability and decorative qualities. This carpet fits well in a wide range of interiors, from traditional to contemporary.
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Turkmen teke tolba (bag-face).
Turkmenistan, 19th century (c. 1880/95).
Wool x wool.
Size approx. 72 cm x 36 cm.
Main motif is Tekke Octagon Gol.
Good condition.
The small tent bag, known as a torba, is a small storage bag like a tubal, but not as deep. They were used in tents to store small daily necessities. The front of the torba is made of a pile weave, similar to a carpet. The front of this weave is the most design-oriented. Bags such as the torba were lovingly woven by the weaver's family for use in the home, for the comfort and security of the family.
Turkmenistan, 19th century (c. 1880/95).
Wool x wool.
Size approx. 72 cm x 36 cm.
Main motif is Tekke Octagon Gol.
Good condition.
The small tent bag, known as a torba, is a small storage bag like a tubal, but not as deep. They were used in tents to store small daily necessities. The front of the torba is made of a pile weave, similar to a carpet. The front of this weave is the most design-oriented. Bags such as the torba were lovingly woven by the weaver's family for use in the home, for the comfort and security of the family.
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Yomut Turkmen carpet, around 1870 or earlier.
This beautiful small Turkmen carpet was woven by the Yomut tribe.
The Yomut people live in Amu Darya in south-eastern Persia, east of the Caspian Sea. They lived in traditional mobile tents and villages.
This rare antique carpet is woven in subtle shades with uniformly coloured Kepse Gul (main motifs) in the main field. The simple well spaced design combined with a small range of colors including alternating blues and greens may indicate an older age for this carpet. Rust red, brown, navy, ivory and green are used to give an overall sense of balance. The outer edge features small gul-like devices highlighted on an ivory ground.
This carpet is antique and was woven over 150 ago. The pile is short and has been restored or re-woven in places. Overall, the carpet has an even low pile and is in good condition for a carpet woven in this period.
This beautiful small Turkmen carpet was woven by the Yomut tribe.
The Yomut people live in Amu Darya in south-eastern Persia, east of the Caspian Sea. They lived in traditional mobile tents and villages.
This rare antique carpet is woven in subtle shades with uniformly coloured Kepse Gul (main motifs) in the main field. The simple well spaced design combined with a small range of colors including alternating blues and greens may indicate an older age for this carpet. Rust red, brown, navy, ivory and green are used to give an overall sense of balance. The outer edge features small gul-like devices highlighted on an ivory ground.
This carpet is antique and was woven over 150 ago. The pile is short and has been restored or re-woven in places. Overall, the carpet has an even low pile and is in good condition for a carpet woven in this period.
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Turkmen (possibly Saryk) Torba
Turkmenistan, 19th century (c. 1880/95)
Wool x wool.
Size approx. 60 cm x 39 cm.
Main motif Memling Gul Variant.
Condition: short woollen.
The obvious features of Turkmen rugs are the extensive use of red and the use of geometric motifs. The main motif in Turkmen rugs varies from tribe to tribe and is known as a gül. In many weaves, the main gül is assembled and interspersed with smaller güls of different designs. Gyuls are used differently by different tribes. The fine rugs woven by the Turkmen tribes were used for a variety of purposes suitable for nomadic life, including carpets, rugs, tent covers, covers, storage bags and camel trappings.
Turkmenistan, 19th century (c. 1880/95)
Wool x wool.
Size approx. 60 cm x 39 cm.
Main motif Memling Gul Variant.
Condition: short woollen.
The obvious features of Turkmen rugs are the extensive use of red and the use of geometric motifs. The main motif in Turkmen rugs varies from tribe to tribe and is known as a gül. In many weaves, the main gül is assembled and interspersed with smaller güls of different designs. Gyuls are used differently by different tribes. The fine rugs woven by the Turkmen tribes were used for a variety of purposes suitable for nomadic life, including carpets, rugs, tent covers, covers, storage bags and camel trappings.
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Tekke hearth rug, Turkmenistan, 19th century, wool on wool, approx. 110 x 90 cm
A fine, small rug made by the Tekke Turkmen tribe who lived in and around the city of Merv in Turkmenistan. The Tekke are one of the six main Turkmen tribes. The rugs are used for sitting (around a fire or while eating) and feature the Tekke tribal identifier motif Tekke gül (octagonal motif) and a classic Tekke Turkmen design called the kurbage gül, which is placed between the Tekke güls. Tekke rugs are woven using the senneh knotting technique and feature a dark blue selvedge. This rug is in very good condition for its age. This rug is very finely woven with an even low pile. It is a very good example of it’s type and hearth rugs are relatively rare. Being a small size they can be used in a variety of places.
A fine, small rug made by the Tekke Turkmen tribe who lived in and around the city of Merv in Turkmenistan. The Tekke are one of the six main Turkmen tribes. The rugs are used for sitting (around a fire or while eating) and feature the Tekke tribal identifier motif Tekke gül (octagonal motif) and a classic Tekke Turkmen design called the kurbage gül, which is placed between the Tekke güls. Tekke rugs are woven using the senneh knotting technique and feature a dark blue selvedge. This rug is in very good condition for its age. This rug is very finely woven with an even low pile. It is a very good example of it’s type and hearth rugs are relatively rare. Being a small size they can be used in a variety of places.
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Karabagh Rug 155 x 91 cm (5' 1" x 3') Caucasus, late 19th century Condition: good, low pile, upper end restored, several old repairs, signs of use Warp: wool, weft: wool, pile: wool Provenance: German private collection
Karabagh in the southern Caucasus is considered one of the great early weaving areas of the Caucasus. The main field contains two stars as its central motif. A beige ground eight-pointed akstafa star and a blue ground four-pointed negative akstafa star, as well as bird and animal figures and totemic symbols on an indigo blue ground. This rug has a beautiful range of colours that blend together to form a subtle overall effect and consequently a rug that is easily usable.
Karabagh in the southern Caucasus is considered one of the great early weaving areas of the Caucasus. The main field contains two stars as its central motif. A beige ground eight-pointed akstafa star and a blue ground four-pointed negative akstafa star, as well as bird and animal figures and totemic symbols on an indigo blue ground. This rug has a beautiful range of colours that blend together to form a subtle overall effect and consequently a rug that is easily usable.
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Turkmen Yomut Torba, Turkmenistan, 19th century (c. 1880/95).
Wool x wool.
Size approx. 74 cm x 45 cm.
Main motif is Erre Gol.
This beautiful typical Turkmen troubadour was woven by the Yomut tribe.
The Yomut people live in Amu Darya, east of the Caspian Sea.
They live in traditional mobile tents and form villages. They are in very good condition for their age.
The obvious features of Turkmen rugs are the extensive use of red and the use of geometric motifs. The main motif of Turkmen rugs varies from tribe to tribe and is known as a gül. In many weaves, the main gül is assembled and interspersed with smaller güls of different designs. Different tribes use different gürs. The fine rugs woven by the Turkmen tribes were used for a variety of purposes suitable for nomadic life, including carpets, rugs, tent covers, covers, storage bags and camel tacks.
Wool x wool.
Size approx. 74 cm x 45 cm.
Main motif is Erre Gol.
This beautiful typical Turkmen troubadour was woven by the Yomut tribe.
The Yomut people live in Amu Darya, east of the Caspian Sea.
They live in traditional mobile tents and form villages. They are in very good condition for their age.
The obvious features of Turkmen rugs are the extensive use of red and the use of geometric motifs. The main motif of Turkmen rugs varies from tribe to tribe and is known as a gül. In many weaves, the main gül is assembled and interspersed with smaller güls of different designs. Different tribes use different gürs. The fine rugs woven by the Turkmen tribes were used for a variety of purposes suitable for nomadic life, including carpets, rugs, tent covers, covers, storage bags and camel tacks.
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Baluch Player Rug Antique 19th Century
This Baloch player rug was carefully woven in Persia about 130 years ago.
Material : Warp wool x weft wool x pile camel hair.
Size 140 cm x 86 cm. (55 inches x 34 inches)
This Baloch player rug was carefully woven in Persia about 130 years ago.
Material : Warp wool x weft wool x pile camel hair.
Size 140 cm x 86 cm. (55 inches x 34 inches)
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Turkmen Tekke tribal hearth rug
Turkmenistan, circa 1920.
Wool pile x wool warp and weft.
Size approx. 106 cm x 100 cm.
Tekke Hearth Rug, circa 1920. A fine, small rug made by the Tekke Turkmen tribe who lived in and around the city of Merv in Turkmenistan.
Turkmenistan, circa 1920.
Wool pile x wool warp and weft.
Size approx. 106 cm x 100 cm.
Tekke Hearth Rug, circa 1920. A fine, small rug made by the Tekke Turkmen tribe who lived in and around the city of Merv in Turkmenistan.
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Fachralo Kazak Rug. end of 19th century.
Distinguished by their rich varied vegetable dye colors and compositional balance, antique Kazaks are among the most sought-after rugs by tribal rug collectors. In this amazing example the weaver has employed a bright ivory field around the central medallion helping to highlight tree of life motifs as well as providing a contrast to the spectacular green hues and abrash used in the center. In the field the weaver has included tribal symbols which anchor this rug and it's weaver to their tribal origins, including double rams horns, wheel of life mandalas and stars which one can imagine in the clear night sky shining above the high mountain tops. Surrounded by a skillfully woven border using an imaginative variation in color this rug in surprisingly good condition which is nearly 140 years old would make an exciting addition to almost any interior.
Distinguished by their rich varied vegetable dye colors and compositional balance, antique Kazaks are among the most sought-after rugs by tribal rug collectors. In this amazing example the weaver has employed a bright ivory field around the central medallion helping to highlight tree of life motifs as well as providing a contrast to the spectacular green hues and abrash used in the center. In the field the weaver has included tribal symbols which anchor this rug and it's weaver to their tribal origins, including double rams horns, wheel of life mandalas and stars which one can imagine in the clear night sky shining above the high mountain tops. Surrounded by a skillfully woven border using an imaginative variation in color this rug in surprisingly good condition which is nearly 140 years old would make an exciting addition to almost any interior.
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Ningxia Rug（約1895/1900年）Antique Carpet
Ning Xia Rug
124 x 63 cm (4' 1" x 2' 1") China, ca. 1900 Condition: good, good pile, upper end slightly incomplete, minor small repairs Warp: cotton, weft: cotton, pile: wool
Ningxia carpet. Ningxia wool is of good quality and very soft and shiny. Thick and warmly woven, dyeing is done with natural dyes such as indigo. Most of these rugs feature a simple blue and white color scheme.
Ning Xia Rug
124 x 63 cm (4' 1" x 2' 1") China, ca. 1900 Condition: good, good pile, upper end slightly incomplete, minor small repairs Warp: cotton, weft: cotton, pile: wool
Ningxia carpet. Ningxia wool is of good quality and very soft and shiny. Thick and warmly woven, dyeing is done with natural dyes such as indigo. Most of these rugs feature a simple blue and white color scheme.
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Kuba Shirvan prayer rug, antique, Caucasus, 19th century, wool on wool, approx. 141 x 112 cm, (signs of age and wear), collector's item.
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Yomut Torba, Kepse Gul.
The wonderful textiles woven by Turkmen tribes served a variety of purposes suitable to a nomadic pastoral lifestyle such as carpets, rugs, tent hangings, covers, storage bags and camel trappings.
The wonderful textiles woven by Turkmen tribes served a variety of purposes suitable to a nomadic pastoral lifestyle such as carpets, rugs, tent hangings, covers, storage bags and camel trappings.
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Kazak Rug Caucasus, end of 19th century (ca. 1880)
Antique tribal rug
Size 280 cm x 139 cm
Warp: wool, weft: wool, pile: wool
Antique carpets from the Caucasus region have been famous among carpet collectors and enthusiasts for many years. The Caucasian Kazak carpets are named after the small town of Kazak in present-day Azerbaijan. Kazak carpets are probably the best carpets from the Caucasus region in terms of their stunning geometric patterns and high quality dyes and colours. Unlike many other carpets, the design of Kazak carpets is dominated by large, archaic geometric patterns, which give the design power and impact. Kazak carpets are the largest of all the carpets from the Caucasus region, which helps to add impact to their designs. These designs incorporate symbols such as the circle of life, the star of wisdom, ram's horns and water. Older Kazak carpets, such as this rug, are dyed slowly, so the colours do not fade over time, and are made from shiny, soft wool from the weavers' own sheep. The six hooked medallions in the centre, representing rams' horns and dragons, give a sense of strength. These eye-catching medallions are used in the outer field, are inspired by the stars, flowers, dragon motifs, birds and horses that the weavers held dear. The inner and outer borders are comprised of eight-pointed stars that change colour subtly as they progress around the carpet. A crab border has been chosen for the main border, which makes use of the weaver's wonderful sense of colour.
Antique tribal rug
Size 280 cm x 139 cm
Warp: wool, weft: wool, pile: wool
Antique carpets from the Caucasus region have been famous among carpet collectors and enthusiasts for many years. The Caucasian Kazak carpets are named after the small town of Kazak in present-day Azerbaijan. Kazak carpets are probably the best carpets from the Caucasus region in terms of their stunning geometric patterns and high quality dyes and colours. Unlike many other carpets, the design of Kazak carpets is dominated by large, archaic geometric patterns, which give the design power and impact. Kazak carpets are the largest of all the carpets from the Caucasus region, which helps to add impact to their designs. These designs incorporate symbols such as the circle of life, the star of wisdom, ram's horns and water. Older Kazak carpets, such as this rug, are dyed slowly, so the colours do not fade over time, and are made from shiny, soft wool from the weavers' own sheep. The six hooked medallions in the centre, representing rams' horns and dragons, give a sense of strength. These eye-catching medallions are used in the outer field, are inspired by the stars, flowers, dragon motifs, birds and horses that the weavers held dear. The inner and outer borders are comprised of eight-pointed stars that change colour subtly as they progress around the carpet. A crab border has been chosen for the main border, which makes use of the weaver's wonderful sense of colour.
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Varamin (Veramin) Kilim
Size 297cm x 164cm
Persia, early 20th century (1900 to 1920). Condition: very good, slight signs of use and slightly stained Warp: wool, weft: wool
A wonderfully made antique kilim from Varamin (Veramin), a city near Tehran in Iran. The weaver, possibly from the Shahsavan tribe, has made clever use of large white, red and rust orange lozenges laid out in a diagonal pattern of three in the central field. The lozenges seem to float on the dark brown background. Each lozenge is filled with azure blue, brown and emerald green bird’s head motifs. Small decorative rosettes and ancient symbols are scattered throughout the kilim. The field is surrounded by a border of star like symbols in alternating colours that frame and complement the main field perfectly.
A kilim of outstanding naturally dyed colours and handwoven wool, Varamin kilims are tightly woven and relatively thick meaning they are suitable for everyday use.
Varamin is an ancient city full of mosques and shrines and was an important bazaar town for Kurdish and Shahsavan tribes. An oasis town lying close to Tehran it straddles the old migration routes of several tribal groups that continued on to the silk road.
Size 297cm x 164cm
Persia, early 20th century (1900 to 1920). Condition: very good, slight signs of use and slightly stained Warp: wool, weft: wool
A wonderfully made antique kilim from Varamin (Veramin), a city near Tehran in Iran. The weaver, possibly from the Shahsavan tribe, has made clever use of large white, red and rust orange lozenges laid out in a diagonal pattern of three in the central field. The lozenges seem to float on the dark brown background. Each lozenge is filled with azure blue, brown and emerald green bird’s head motifs. Small decorative rosettes and ancient symbols are scattered throughout the kilim. The field is surrounded by a border of star like symbols in alternating colours that frame and complement the main field perfectly.
A kilim of outstanding naturally dyed colours and handwoven wool, Varamin kilims are tightly woven and relatively thick meaning they are suitable for everyday use.
Varamin is an ancient city full of mosques and shrines and was an important bazaar town for Kurdish and Shahsavan tribes. An oasis town lying close to Tehran it straddles the old migration routes of several tribal groups that continued on to the silk road.
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Yalameh Rug
Size 137cm x 103cm
Wool on wool.
Yalameh rugs are woven in Iran just north of Esfahan. Yalmeh is known for its top quality tribal rugs with a central diamond design, surrounded by flowers, animals and tribal symbols. The wool used is very fine and soft. This is a very fine vintage tribal rug with lovely color combinations in excellent condition.
Size 137cm x 103cm
Wool on wool.
Yalameh rugs are woven in Iran just north of Esfahan. Yalmeh is known for its top quality tribal rugs with a central diamond design, surrounded by flowers, animals and tribal symbols. The wool used is very fine and soft. This is a very fine vintage tribal rug with lovely color combinations in excellent condition.
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Reyhanl (Reyhanli) Kilim in the late 19th century.
Turkey The town of Reyhanl (Reyhanli) flourished as a centre of kilim production in the late 19th century and was regarded as the best kilim in Anatolia. However, kilim production ceased from the beginning of the 20th century and these kilims are now rare and valuable. The wool is tightly spun, shiny and smooth and the weave quality is very fine. The fine weave allows for dense and clear designs. The colours - red, pink, brown, light blue and green - are very distinctive and easily identifiable.
Reyhanli Kilim, 19th century.
Wool x wool
Size: 335 cm x 158 cm
This Reyhanli Kilim is skillfully woven with motifs representing dragons, love and marriage, fertility, rams' horns, flowers and trees. The main motif represents a dowry bag containing the necessities of a young woman's marriage, and is a strong depiction of Anatolian traditions, customs and practices. The repetition of this motif in the weaving of the kilim leaves the imagination open not only to the pattern of this kilim, but also to the weaver's thoughts, hopes and dreams for the future of marriage and family.
A kilim similar to this main motif, also from the 19th century, can be seen in the Ankara Foundation Works Museum in Ankara, Turkey.
Turkey The town of Reyhanl (Reyhanli) flourished as a centre of kilim production in the late 19th century and was regarded as the best kilim in Anatolia. However, kilim production ceased from the beginning of the 20th century and these kilims are now rare and valuable. The wool is tightly spun, shiny and smooth and the weave quality is very fine. The fine weave allows for dense and clear designs. The colours - red, pink, brown, light blue and green - are very distinctive and easily identifiable.
Reyhanli Kilim, 19th century.
Wool x wool
Size: 335 cm x 158 cm
This Reyhanli Kilim is skillfully woven with motifs representing dragons, love and marriage, fertility, rams' horns, flowers and trees. The main motif represents a dowry bag containing the necessities of a young woman's marriage, and is a strong depiction of Anatolian traditions, customs and practices. The repetition of this motif in the weaving of the kilim leaves the imagination open not only to the pattern of this kilim, but also to the weaver's thoughts, hopes and dreams for the future of marriage and family.
A kilim similar to this main motif, also from the 19th century, can be seen in the Ankara Foundation Works Museum in Ankara, Turkey.
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Bakhtiari, Persia, 1950.
Bakhtiari, approx. 1950
Persian / Iranian Bakhtiari carpet
Size 193 cm x 153 cm
Pile: Wool, Warp: Cotton, Weft: Wool
The wool comes from pastured sheep, whose wool is rich in wool fat and shiny, and is considered to be the best wool in Persia. Beautiful Bakhtiari carpets are famous among carpet collectors as collectors' items.
Bakhtiari, approx. 1950
Persian / Iranian Bakhtiari carpet
Size 193 cm x 153 cm
Pile: Wool, Warp: Cotton, Weft: Wool
The wool comes from pastured sheep, whose wool is rich in wool fat and shiny, and is considered to be the best wool in Persia. Beautiful Bakhtiari carpets are famous among carpet collectors as collectors' items.
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HEREKE WOOL RUG, Semi antique CA. 1950-1960 177 by 119 cm. A beautiful garden of flowers design.
Wool. Hereke rugs represent the ultimate in finesse and delicacy within Turkish rug production. Inspired by the court carpets of Safavid Iran and Ottoman Turkey, the Hereke workshops maintained a gold standard of design and weaving technique. The town of Hereke still has a flawless reputation for producing elegant, high-quality carpets. The fine carpets of Hereke feature more curvilinear and Persian influenced patterns than other Turkish carpets. However, they continue to use the symmetric Ghiordes knot, but it is used in a double-knot configuration. This construction technique produces highly durable rugs with well-defined patterns. 最高級ヘレケセミアンティークラグ。 １９５０年代に、高級ウールで丁寧に手織で作られたヘレケラグです。 サイズ 177cm x 119cm
ウール 全体的に花の庭をデザインした、美しく上品なラグです。
年数の違いにより呼び方が異なります。 １００年以上 アンティーク ５０年－１００年 セミアンティーク ２０年－５０年 ヴィンテージ PC環境や撮影時の光の加減により、画像と商品の色が多少異なる場合がございます。カーペットのコンディションはチェックしておりますが、小さな傷等があるかもしれません。あらかじめご了承ください。
Wool. Hereke rugs represent the ultimate in finesse and delicacy within Turkish rug production. Inspired by the court carpets of Safavid Iran and Ottoman Turkey, the Hereke workshops maintained a gold standard of design and weaving technique. The town of Hereke still has a flawless reputation for producing elegant, high-quality carpets. The fine carpets of Hereke feature more curvilinear and Persian influenced patterns than other Turkish carpets. However, they continue to use the symmetric Ghiordes knot, but it is used in a double-knot configuration. This construction technique produces highly durable rugs with well-defined patterns. 最高級ヘレケセミアンティークラグ。 １９５０年代に、高級ウールで丁寧に手織で作られたヘレケラグです。 サイズ 177cm x 119cm
ウール 全体的に花の庭をデザインした、美しく上品なラグです。
年数の違いにより呼び方が異なります。 １００年以上 アンティーク ５０年－１００年 セミアンティーク ２０年－５０年 ヴィンテージ PC環境や撮影時の光の加減により、画像と商品の色が多少異なる場合がございます。カーペットのコンディションはチェックしておりますが、小さな傷等があるかもしれません。あらかじめご了承ください。
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Nahavand is a town in the province of Hamadan which is situated in the western part of Iran. The surrounding region around the city of Hamadan is one of the most productive when it comes to carpet manufacturing in Iran. In almost every village there is manufacturing of unique and simple carpets, and in all sizes. The quality is very high and thanks to the high shiny wool they use, the carpets are very durable.
Much of the design are collected from the famous city Malayer, situated westwards. The carpets are stable, with elements of nomadic and geometrical motifs and are ranked as the leading carpets manufactured in this area.
The carpets often have a "leaf-like" medallion in the middle with flowers and twigs in the background. A border with flowers and typical vases can also be seen. The dominating colours are often a kind of pale rust-red and beige on a dark blue background.
Much of the design are collected from the famous city Malayer, situated westwards. The carpets are stable, with elements of nomadic and geometrical motifs and are ranked as the leading carpets manufactured in this area.
The carpets often have a "leaf-like" medallion in the middle with flowers and twigs in the background. A border with flowers and typical vases can also be seen. The dominating colours are often a kind of pale rust-red and beige on a dark blue background.
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