Number 300
Type Caucasian
Material Wool
Style Geometric
Origin Kazak
Size 528 x 246
Age 1334 (1915)
Lori Pambak rugs were woven in the Kazak highlands in eastern Georgia. The vast majority, as with all Caucasian rugs, were small. This is a palatial exception, an exceptional palace carpet. The size is magnificent to behold. Absolutely fabulous. It is in superb condition with juicy wool and marvelously glowing dye materials. Some browns are oxidized, typical for such old Caucasians using walnut husk powder for the brown due. The red is intoxicating.
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