Antique Caucasian Shirvan Rug 3'3'' x 3'9''

Eastern Caucasian, west Caspian Caucasian rugs, primarily scatters, in geometric layouts, some prayer, from a wide range of local villages. Marasali prayer rugs are considered as the best.. Some pictorials.آ¬â€  Wool warps, often cotton wefts. Lowish pile, moderate to fine weaves. Natural dyes exclusively until 1890' s, then synthetics appear. Moderate to high priced.