Antique Persian Karadagh Runner Rug 3’1”x13’3”
Antique Persian Karadagh Runner Rug 3’1”x13’3”
An exceptional antique Persian Karadagh runner rug woven 120-130 years ago in the border region between the Caucasus and Northwest Persia. Everything about this one of a kind runner puts it on the top shelf. The bold heraldic design is illuminated by fleecy handspun wool dyed with remarkable organic pigments. The variegated abrashed blue ground phases from shades of denim to steel blue, with motifs and border in rich turquoise, persimmon, French blue, straw yellow, pecan, white, and black. If you have been on the hunt for an iconic tribal runner in top condition, here it is.
Size: 3’1” x 13’3”
Age: 1890
Origin: Northwest Persia, Southern Caucasus
Materials: Hand knotted handspun wool pile on a wool foundation. Natural dyes.
Condition: Near perfect original condition. Plush fleecy pile over most of the rug with a few small areas slightly lower. Ready to enjoy.
