The colours of the carpet look different depending on the angle from which you look at it.
Specifications
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Article number
OSK8852
Production type
Handknotted
Size
144 x 212 cm
Thickness
9 mm
Origin
Iran
Age
Antique, over 80 years
Warp
Cotton
Pile
Wool
Knots per m²
~ 160 000 / m²
Description
The region of Shirvan is known for its rich carpet making traditions and is considered home to some of the finest of all Caucasian carpets.
These carpets are knotted using high quality wool and/or silk and typically feature the "boteh" or "paisley" motif. This teardrop-shaped design is believed to represent fertility, life and eternity. Other common motifs found in Shirvan carpets include geometric shapes, flowers and animal figures.
The wool used is typically dyed using natural dyes made from plants and insects. Common colours used in Shirvan carpets include red, blue, green and yellow.
In addition to their beauty, Shirvan carpets also have a cultural significance. They were often used as dowry items and considered a symbol of wealth and status. Today, Shirvan carpets continue to be an important part of Azerbaijan's cultural heritage and are highly prized by collectors and carpet enthusiasts around the world.
