Ancient Karabak rug - Carpet - 325 cm - 125 cm

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Origin: Azerbaijan; model: Tappeto antico karabak; size: 325 cm by 125 cm; material: wool on wool; period: early 20th century; condition: generally good with signs of aging and wear.

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The antique Karabakh carpets (or Karabagh, Garebagh) represent one of the most fascinating, rich, and recognizable textile productions of the Caucasus. Produced in the eponymous mountainous region (historically contested and rich in Armenian and Azerbaijani artisanal traditions), these carpets stand out clearly from other Caucasian carpets in terms of motifs, chromaticity, and stylistic influences. Unlike the classic Caucasian carpets (such as Kazak or Shirvan), predominantly geometric, Karabakh carpets feature a very strong floral and decorative component:

The antique Karabakh carpets (or Karabagh, Garebagh) represent one of the most fascinating, rich, and recognizable textile productions of the Caucasus. Produced in the eponymous mountainous region (historically contested and rich in Armenian and Azerbaijani artisanal traditions), these carpets stand out clearly from other Caucasian carpets in terms of motifs, chromaticity, and stylistic influences. Unlike the classic Caucasian carpets (such as Kazak or Shirvan), predominantly geometric, Karabakh carpets feature a very strong floral and decorative component:

Details

Era
1900-2000
Number of objects
1
Model
Ancient Karabak rug
Length
325 cm
Width
125 cm
Material
Wool on wool
Country of origin
Azerbaijan
Condition
Overall in good condition with traces of ageing and usage
Professionally cleaned
No
Manufacturing period
Early 20th century
ItalyVerified
94
Objects sold
Private

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