Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug, Unusual AS IS, 19" x 34". #17536

Description: Normal 0 false false false EN-US X-NONE X-NONE Antique Caucasian Kazak Rug, Unusual AS IS, 19" x 34". #17536 For more items go to: ebay.com/str/peerantiquerugs This is an authentic handmade rug. It was made in Caucuses around the 1880s or before. The materials are wool pile with wool foundation. The colors are from vegetable dyes, and the general pattern is geometric design inside two borders. The rug has been professionally washed.Antique Kazak rugs are highly esteemed for their vibrant colors, bold geometric patterns, and durable weave. Originating from the Caucasus region, particularly the areas within present-day Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia, these rugs were traditionally handwoven by nomadic tribes and villagers. Weavers: Traditionally, these rugs were woven by Armenian, Azeri, and Kurdish tribes.Weaving Technique: The rugs typically feature a coarse weave with a high pile, making them exceptionally durable.Knot Type: They are often woven using the Turkish (or symmetrical) knot, which contributes to their robustness.Vibrant Palette: Kazak rugs are known for their vivid colors, including deep reds, blues, greens, and yellows.Natural Dyes: The use of natural dyes results in a rich, varied palette that ages beautifully over time.Geometric Motifs: Common motifs include large medallions, crosses, diamonds, and stars. These geometric patterns are bold and often symmetrical.Symbolism: Many of the patterns and symbols used in Kazak rugs have cultural and historical significance, often reflecting tribal identities and beliefs.Borders: They typically feature multiple borders with intricate detailing, which frames the central field of the rug.Professional Repair: If restoration is needed, it should be done by professionals specializing in antique rugs to preserve the rug's integrity and value.Antique Kazak rugs are not just functional pieces but are also works of art that reflect the rich cultural heritage of the Caucasus region. Collectors and enthusiasts highly prize them for their beauty, craftsmanship, and historical significance. ABOUT ELI PEER ORIENTAL RUGS Our Service Pledge We respond to all orders within 24 hours, we guarantee the authenticity of all our items About Us The home of Eli Peer Oriental Rugs is Evanston, Illinois, the academic center on Chicago’s North Shore. The shop looks onto a park that is surrounded by old churches and a music center. The shop contains an unusually large collection of beautiful antique oriental rugs, carpets and weavings. Through discriminating buying over many years the variety is great and the quality is high. In fact, many of the rugs and carpets are from fine estates within a few miles of the shop. Knowledgeable rug buyers and decorators around Chicago know Eli Peer’s integrity. New visitors are amazed at the selection, and now you have access as well. Look at the examples and don’t hesitate to email, call or visit with your specific needs and preferences. Chances are we can show you rugs you will want to live with and keep for the future.The allure of antiques is as true for handmade weaving as it is for furniture and silver. Rugs from the 19th and early 20th centuries, when properly selected and maintained, are very usable today, and they are the hallmark of Eli Peer Oriental Rugs.

Price: 480 USD

Location: Evanston, Illinois

End Time: 2024-08-03T16:02:52.000Z

Shipping Cost: 35 USD