Antique Caucasian Talish Rugs

Antique Caucasian Nomadic Talish Rugs

Talish rugs from the Caucasus region, on the coast of the Caspian Sea, are known for their fine soft wool and medium pile. Typically Talish rugs feature a long narrow field of monochrome blue or teal and lack decoration save for a notched border of contrasting color. Other designs include the use of four flowers between a circular floral form and allover patterns. These antique rugs are generally three by five feet or seven by ten feet.

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Tribal Antique Caucasian Talish Rug 43823
Size: 3 ft 10 in x 12 ft 8 in (1.17 m x 3.86 m)

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Tribal Geometric Antique Caucasian Talish Rug 72190
Size: 3 ft 9 in x 8 ft 8 in (1.14 m x 2.64 m)

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Tribal Antique Caucasian Talish Runner Rug 73186
$4,750.00 Size: 3 ft 10 in x 7 ft 6 in (1.17 m x 2.29 m)Purchase

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East of Moghan, on the coast of the Caspian Sea, is Talish. This region known in the ancient times as Talish (from the name of the Talish nation living in this region) is one of the earliest inhabited regions of Azerbaijan. The archaeological researches made in the region prove that the life in the region began in the III-II millenniums before Christ. During the formation of early states in the territory of Azerbaijan, Talish was under the control of Kichik Midia or Atropatena (one of the oldest states in the south of Azerbaijan, IV century B.C.). Carpets from this area are particularly well woven with fine soft wool of medium pile. The sizes of Talish rugs are always between about 3 and 5 feet by about 7 to 10 feet in length.

One of the most famous Talish rug designs has a long narrow field of monochrome blue or blue-green without any decoration, except for a serrated edge of a contrasting color. It is surrounded by four guard and border strips, the wide border having a series of round floral motifs. The borders in total are about one and half times the width of the field. A very fine example of this type of Talish rug, sold at auction by Lefevre in London in 1976 had a field piled in several shades of blue and blue-green; in the center was a small cream quadrangle containing an inscription and the date 1851. Other Talish rugs have the same general layout, but the field is filled with star motifs within an octagonal lattice, or with myriad small poly chrome starts resembling flower heads. Designs of three hooked diamonds on the long axis are extremely rare, the edges of which are echoed by a wide parallel zigzag on either side, in the channels of which are parallel rows of small petaloid motifs.

In the Talish area is the coastal town of Lenkoran, which produces carpets differing in design from the main Talish rug types. One has an enormous series of boteh medallions and scorpion-like bars in the field. A superb example illustrated by Schurmann and dating from the 18^th Century, is woven in a rich subtle palette of red, aubergine, green, blue, brown, yellow, cream and purple on a dark blue-black field, with a reciprocal trefoil border in red-brown and white. Another design, again on a blue-black field, has a series of large and small octagons and cruciform medallions down the length of the field. The larger octagons are flanked by S-shaped motifs which, it is reasonable to suppose, were derived from earlier dragon carpets.

Andrew Karam

a month ago

Twenty or so years ago my father gave me a beautiful antique Persian rug - after so many years (and kids and pets) it needed some TLC, so I brought it to Nazmiyal. I just picked it up today and - wow! They got the stains out entirely and the entire rug is brighter; they also made some repairs - it's back in my living room and looks fantastic, and the bill was lower than I'd expected. Overall it was a great experience - the people are wonderful, the work was perfect, and I saw so many beautiful rugs at their store that I found myself wishing for a larger apartment. Next time I need any work done on a rug, or find an open bit of floor I know where I'll be heading.

Raven Ziegler

4 years ago

It is always a delight going to the Nazmiyal showroom. This Qashqai is one of several purchases made over the years, and mom is truly enjoying it. Jason and the staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They listen to the customeru2019s needs. When I go to the showroom, it is like visiting my family because we have the same appreciation for the textile arts.nnOriental carpets are a rare discipline to be educated in, because you canu2019t go to a university to have certain types of training and experience, such as knowing the cultures and processes of carpet weaving. Jason has such a refined eye that he can distinguish a good rug from a great rug, and that knowledge is offered to the customer to elevate their point of view.nnComing here has been an initiation into a world of culture, art, and beauty which has sustained me, and for that I am grateful.

Emmy C.

4 years ago

Loved my runner rug purchase from Nazmiyal. Love the ability to purchase, try and return if it didn't work out! I had it shipped to California and everything worked out beautifully!

Paul Rousseas

a year ago

NAZMIYAL is the best source for antique and vintage rugs and carpets. Staff is extremely knowledgeable, Jason himself is an amazing dealer who handpicks each and every piece in his stunning collection and is happy to educate the consumer, not just make a sale. I always trust his experience and great eye for all my spaces!

Chelsea Phillips

4 years ago

I had an absolutely wonderful experience working with Nazmiyal. I was very impressed by their selection, the quality of their beautiful carpets, and their extremely reasonable prices. Really I cannot say enough about how helpful everyone at the gallery was - especially Omri, work with him if you can! - and how happy I am with my new antique rug. Five stars, highly, highly recommended!

Antique Caucasian Talish Rugs

Antique Caucasian Nomadic Talish Rugs

Tribal Antique Caucasian Talish Rug 43823

Tribal Geometric Antique Caucasian Talish Rug 72190

Tribal Antique Caucasian Talish Runner Rug 73186