Zeikhour rug (355)

Zeikhour long rug from Kuba district,eastern Caucasus,west coast of the Caspian Sea

Age: circa 1875

Dimensions: 8′.6"x3′.5" (259×104 cm)

The abrashed royal blue field displays a classic Zeikhour pattern of stylized roses and carnations in a beautiful and attractive gold,pink,red,cherry red and powder blue.There are two borders:A characteristic blue and ivory Zeikhour wave band forms the outer frame while the inner is in red and pink with the popular rosette and fractional arabesque design.The guard lines are in yellow,brown,red and the wide selvedges are in grass green.The colors are vibrant,the pile is high,the wool is soft and the condition is very good including the ends and sides.