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Antique Caucasian Lesghi Star Rug with Unusual Shirvan Baku Bird Border, Circa 1890.
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Antique Caucasian Lesghi Star Rug with Unusual Shirvan Baku Bird Border, Circa 1890.

19th century
Description

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.

Physical Dimensions
Height
166cm (65.35")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Caucasian Lesghi Star Rug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1077634
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R-2662
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Description
Size: 5ft 5in x 3ft 7in (166 x 109cm).

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

Circa 1890.

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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.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

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.

Height
166cm (65.35")
Width
109cm (42.91")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Caucasian Lesghi Star Rug to the 1890s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1077634
Dealers Internal Ref
R-2662
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A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs.
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Archive I A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs.

Antique Caucasian Lesghi Star Rug with Unusual Shirvan Baku Bird Border, Circa 1890.

Archive II A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs. View II
Archive III A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs. View III
Archive IV A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs. View IV
Archive V A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs. View V
Archive VI A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs. View VI
Archive VII A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs. View VII
Archive VIII A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs. View VIII
Archive IX A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs. View IX
Archive X A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs. View X
Archive XI A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs. View XI
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A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs.
ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN LESGHI STAR RUG WITH UNUSUAL SHIRVAN BAKU BIRD BORDER, CIRCA 1890.
Ref: SA1077634
A hand-knotted antique Caucasian wool rug featuring geometric Lesghi star medallions on a dark central field enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird motifs.
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Cataloguer’s note

Written by Sellingantiques from the dealer’s photographs and listing
  • ObjectRugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCaucasian
  • MaterialHand-Spun Wool
  • ColourTerracotta and Navy
  • MotifsLesghi star medallions, Shirvan bird border, Latch hook motifs
  • SizeH 166 cm (65 in) x W 109 cm (43 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This antique Caucasian rug dates from 1890 and measures 166 cm high by 109 cm wide with a depth of 1 cm. Hand-spun wool forms the foundation for the piece, displaying a colour palette of terracotta, navy blue, and ivory. The dark central field contains geometric Lesghi star medallions alongside latch hook motifs, enclosed by an ivory border decorated with stylised bird and goat figures alternating with floral rosettes. Narrow terracotta and patterned guard borders frame the composition. The piece shows a medium pile with even wear across the surface. Suited for light domestic use, the rug sits on the floor of a study, library, or hallway to anchor a seating area or warm a walking space.

FAQs

Caucasian Lesghi star rugs originate from the Dagestan and Shirvan regions of the Caucasus. They are characterized by geometric eight-pointed star medallions, often framed by complex borders containing stylised animal or floral motifs.

Traditional Caucasian rugs are hand-woven using hand-spun wool for both the pile and the foundation (warp and weft). The wool was historically dyed using natural vegetable and mineral dyes, resulting in rich, saturated colour palettes.

Authentic 19th-century pieces feature all-wool foundations, soft natural abrash dye variations, and asymmetric hand-knotted construction. The underside shows clear knotting patterns without latex backing, and the designs reflect regional geometric iconography rather than factory precision.

A geometric Caucasian rug adds visual anchor and warm colour to stripped wooden floors in modern, minimalist, or eclectic interiors. Layering the rug beneath neutral seating or using it in a hallway creates a focal point that bridges contemporary and traditional aesthetic elements.

Routine maintenance requires gentle vacuuming without a rotating beat bar to prevent fiber distortion. Professional cleaning should be undertaken by a specialist in antique hand-knotted textiles, and the rug should be turned annually to ensure even wear.
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