Zeikhour rug (488) – SOLD

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

Age: circa 1890

Size: 8′.0"x4′.0" (244×122 cm)

This totally eccentric Zeikhour long rug displays a mixture of motifs in vibrating stripes in various colors and includes:small animals,geometric elements,botehs,quasi-calligraphy,flowing leaves and fish-like elements on a black ground.The design is probably taken from an early textile.The sole ivory border has a red and green double flower modular motif.There are several solid lines in red and blue.The weave is compact and fine.The colors are vibrant and alive.The piece is in good pile and condition.SOLD