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Antique Kazak Rug - Late 19th Century

$3,900
£2,938.54
€3,434.81
CA$5,522.79
A$5,624.36
CHF 3,228.62
MX$67,868.12
NOK 37,418.10
SEK 37,932.09
DKK 25,680.09

About the Item

This rare late 19th century Caucasian Kazak rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring a vertical sequence of three monumental, multi-colored diamond medallions anchored within a vibrant madder red field. This structural balance between the large-scale, “stepped” medallions each densely filled with intricate cruciform and tribal motifs and the secondary geometric flourishes scattered throughout the field reflects the pinnacle of the Kazak nomadic weaving tradition. Kazak rugs of this antiquity are world-renowned for their graphic energy and the technical sophistication of their execution, which translates ancient tribal symbols into a bold, architectural aesthetic. The color palette is masterfully balanced, featuring a primary madder red ground that serves as a dramatic canvas for high-contrast shifts of midnight indigo, ivory, and golden saffron. These rich and enduring tones, achieved through the expert application of natural dyes over 140 years ago, exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest 19th-century Caucasian nomadic productions. The inclusion of a wide, multi-layered border system anchored by a primary ivory-ground border with rhythmic geometric rosettes and stylized botanical forms creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and distinctive technical finesse of the Kazak weavers. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand-spun local wool with a characteristically resilient pile and a supple, substantial handle. The exceptional clarity of the angular outlines specifically the internal geometric hooks within each diamond and the precisely executed guard borders and the presence of significant, harmonious abrash throughout the red and blue sections definitively distinguish this antique masterpiece from later commercial examples. Ultimately, this Kazak rug stands as a premier example of tribal art, representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global textile collectors.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 41.34 in (105 cm)Length: 101.58 in (258 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    Caucasus
  • Period:
    Late 19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880's
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sultanahmet, TR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7849250003982

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