Number 1849
Type Caucasian
Origin Shahsavan
Material Wool
Style Prayer Rug
Size 133 x 92
Age 1900
This oddly shaped Turkmen tribal rug was meant as a religious artwork, with a utilitarian usage. The arched upper end creates a visible real life Mehrab niche silhouette. Within the field we see a humanoid Mehrab outline similar to those of the nearby Baluch tribes.
Brilliantly saturated natural dyes. Perfect condition, in full pile with original fringes and complete end kilims.
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