19th Century Antique Caucasian Verneh Rug

Lesghi – Dagestan, Northeast Caucasus This vibrant rug features the familiar lesghi stars – the geometric figure identifying this Caucasian group. In an extensive field of red jasper, five star-shaped figures float amidst a cosmos of geometric symbols and human and animal figures. Although there are signs of time scattered across the carpet, this ancient piece expresses the artistic, enigmatic and archetypal origins of the Lesghi ethnic group. Lesghi is a district in Dagestan, northeast of the Caucasus region. Its predominant population is Lesghi, and the rugs it produces have been on the ancient rug market...

Perpedil – Kuba, Northeast Caucasus Against a navy-blue background, this Perpedil has striking designs. Six ram’s horns (wurma) cover the central area – in blue, white and red colou...

Shirvan – Southeast Caucasus This cheerful Shirvan features a red medallion with a sky-blue diamond over the yellow field. The entire area of the rug is filled with staggered polygo...

Karabagh - South Caucasus This is an antique rug rich in geometric figures. The dark blue central field is dominated by three horizontal rows of botehs and seven vertical columns. T...

Lenkoran – Karabagh, South Caucasus Magnificent Caucasian Lenkoran rug woven from the finest velvety wool found in the Talish region of Southern Azerbaijan. Made at the end of the 1...

Eagle Kazak – Karabagh, South Caucasus This masterful design is known as the “Eagle Kazak” and was produced in Chelaberd, Karabagh. Made in a larger format than usual, this Eagle Kazak has four medallions representing the sun in its radiant power. The sun’s rays are made with high precision. They are made up of twelve feathers and produce a captivating visual effect. A set of roses appears inside the medallions, and their surroundings are rich in geometric motifs and stylized animals. This piece has a rare detail in other Eagle Kazak rugs: the medallions are separated by intervals of coloured arrows. Even rarer is to find this rug with four medallions. The carpet is clean and ready for use. This famous Chelaberd design is generally known as “Eagle Kazak” or “Sunburst Kazak” in the antique rug market...

· Origin: Caucasus Region, late 19th century · Pattern: Ornate with geometric motifs and stylized floral designs · Colours: Deep reds and blue along with touches of white and yellow ...

A Unique Work of Art: 19th Century Caucasian Verneh Carpet This rare antique carpet dazzles with its rich historical and cultural heritage. This handcrafted work of art fills any spa...

Beautiful antique Caucasian Verneh Sileh Soumak fragment rug, hand knotted wool with a rust field, blue, ivory and orange accents in a multi medallion geo...

Verneh Rug, 19th century Verneh rugs are handmade Caucasian rugs that are usually woven in two pieces and joined together. They are woven in the Soumak sty...

Antique Caucasian - Verneh rug. Size: 5'8" x 8'0".

Antique Caucasian - Verneh rug, size: 5'4" x 5'8".