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Antique Shirvan Prayer Rug

Offered by: Double Knot

Description
A very good example of Caucasian weaving from the Shirvan region. Though these ivory ground prayer rugs may seem alike from a distance, this one has a great range of colors and variation in design including some very charming personal details: note the scissors and comb at the top, tools used by the weaver, and the profusion of "s" hook motifs, a common good luck charm, on the edges of the field.

More Information

Origin:	Azerbaijan
Period:	19th Century
Materials:	Hand-knotted pile rug; wool pile on wool/cotton foundation.
Condition:	Good. Very well preserved, sturdy and clean.
Creation Date:	Late 19th Century.
Styles / Movements:	Tribal, Persian, Turkish
Dealer Reference #:	DK-85-98
Incollect Reference #:	108094

Dimensions

W.	46 in;	H.	57 in;
W.	116.84 cm;	H.	144.78 cm;

Message from Seller:

Established in 2002, Double Knot is New York City's premier gallery for tribal rugs and textiles. The gallery focuses on old and antique pieces from Turkey, Iran, the Caucasus, Central Asia and Morocco, promoting better understanding of their rich weaving traditions in the context of their history, art and culture.