Rare Tribal Colorful Antique Caucasian Shirvan Hallway Runner Rug 45637

Shirvan Rug, Caucasus, Circa 1900 – This outstanding antique Caucasian rug from Shirvan features a sophisticated stacked medallion surrounded by minute protection symbols and archetypal running dog borders. This deeply symbolic rug is decorated with innumerable protection motifs based on ancient superstitions. These archaic symbols are tucked into the field and central medallions, which feature countless latch hooks, double ram’s horns and auspicious symbols believed to neutralize the effects of the evil eye and capture nefarious spirits. Minor medallions with serrated edges and decorative motifs set in coffered cells create a formal promenade that supports the central medallions. The exquisite midnight blue field is heavily decorated with protection symbols rendered in a diverse selection of colors. The inner borders feature segmented rosettes flanked by hooked devices while archetypal running dog borders rendered in a high-contrast combination of ivory and blue create a fitting frame for this regional masterpiece.