Size: 5ft 5in x 3ft 7in (166 x 109cm). 

Antique Caucasian rug with Lesghi star design very unusual bird border. 

Circa 1890. 

A very good small Caucasian rug with the well known Lesghi star design the four stars are in white set against a dark indigo blue ground. The main feature of this small rug is the beautifully drawn main border with a repeat design of peacocks (perching birds) goats and floral rosettes on an ivory coloured ground. This border is found on a small group of rugs attributed to Shirvan-Baku in the Eastern Caucasus around the city of Baku Azerbaijan. Excellent condition even wear with medium pile. Hand washed and ready for use or display. The rug is suitable for light domestic use. 

Stock Number: R-2662.