| | HT368
HT368
Origin:Kazak,SW Caucasus.
Date: Late 19th ÊCentury
Size: 4ft 10ins X 3ft 5ins (147x104cm) Structure
Warps: wool, ivory.
Wefts: wool 2-4shoots
Pile: wool
Knots: symmetric
Density: h 7 x v 6 = 42 per ins sq
Sides: 4 cords wrapped in red wool.
Ends: wool, red.
Dyes: vegetal
Colours:7) red,yellow, green,blue, dark blue, ivory, black.
Description Multi coloured diagonal bands with botehs with mendactyl inner and outer borders. The main border is a "wine glass and leaf" type
Condition The Rug is complete and in good condition although a the pile is low. There has been some re-piling throughout.
Commentary A charming little piece in warm colours. The uneven weave and the "mistakes" in the borders indicate that this rug was probably woven by young girl. The handle is soft and pliable
References in Literature Ê Price: £1950 ÊÊ | |
