Second half 19th century, 153 x 99 cm, East Caucasus

The original finishes are largely preserved – blue selvedges and warps tied off into nets at both ends. Two strips have been reknotted at the long sides. Partial repiling in the corroded dark brown sections; otherwise the pile is in good condition.

BENARDOUT, RAYMOND, Woven Stars. Rugs And Textiles From Southern California Collections. Los Angeles 1996, no. 5