Tribal Antique Green Background Caucasian Kazak Islamic Prayer Design Rug 70348

Beautiful And Tribal Antique Caucasian Kazak Prayer Rug, Country Of Origin: Caucasus, Circa Date: 1880 – The carpets of the Kazak people have been woven by the women who inhabit a part of the world that now includes modern Armenia, Azerbaijan, and Georgia. The designs are diverse and often include geometric shapes, medallions, complex fence borders, and symbols that hold special significance for the people of the region. This Kazak carpet from the 1880s uses vibrant colors against a green background and fascinating motifs that characterize carpets from this region.

One of the elements that makes this carpet stand out among Kazak carpets is the diversity and number of different symbols that you find throughout its design. Weavers pass down these traditional symbols and patterns through poetry, song, and a rich oral tradition. They build a repertoire over time, and this example indicates a weaver of exceptional skill and an extensive repertoire that only comes from experience.

Until the 1880s, these breathtaking carpets were unknown to eyes outside of the region, except for the occasional traveler or trader. When a new railway gave the rest of the world access to these beautiful carpets, they soon gained a ready and willing market throughout Europe and America. These pieces are still treasured by designers and collectors for their rustic charm and primitive character.
The layout of the carpet is roughly symmetrical vertically and horizontally, which creates balance and harmony in the design. This magnificent Islamic prayer design rug could easily fit into a formal setting.

Contemporary designers often begin with a rug that inspires and sparks the imagination, and then, use it to create the rest of the design. This is a statement piece that would be the perfect foundation for a modern room design. The antique carpet could easily take on a refined and composed character with the right furniture and accessories, but it also has a more eclectic and global character, too. It is the perfect piece for the layered carpet look in a Boho chic room. Its tribal design and brilliant colors add vibrancy to the space. This piece adds a splash of saturated color in a room with neutral and subdued tones. This carpet is a unique piece that is versatile enough to transform any space.