Tribal Geometric Antique Caucasian Karabagh Gallery Size Rug 43786

Antique Caucasian Karabagh Runner Rug, Country of Origin: Caucasus, Circa Date: Late 19th Century – Among the many rug types produced in the Caucasus region during the nineteenth century, Karabagh rugs like this sometimes relate more to closely to Persian village rug traditions from further south. In the field the lively design of stepped medallions with finials surrounded by a mesh of angular vine scrolls recalls Bidjar carpets or the nomadic rugs of the Zagros Mountain region. The stepped corner pieces that articulate the field as a long hexagonal shape repeat its details, but on a lighter, contrasting ground. The interlacing ‘turtle’ vine scroll border is also classic Persian, and they way it echoes the coloration and interior detail of the medallions is particularly effective, bringing home the overall unity of design that makes this such a lovely antique rug.