Antique Shirvan Rug, Circa 1900 Color:GREEN Dimensions: 18

Dimensions: 18

The gabbeh is usually crafted by women

His techniques are complex and result in scenes that are powerful and unique

Approximate size 7"x 5" x 4"

A fine Decorective objects to be placed on tables

Antique Shirvan Rug, Circa 1900 Color:GREEN Dimensions: 18Antique Shirvan Rug, Circa 1900 Shirvan rug, floor covering handmade in the Shirvan region of Azerbaijan in the southeastern Caucasus. With the exception of a group of rugs woven in the vicinity of Baku, most Shirvans are found in small sizes, with examples from the southern part of the area around the town of Saliani more likely to be in the long, narrow format described in the West as runners. The area around Maraza has produced many prayer rugs,