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Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Konagkend Rug with Cruciform Medallion, Circa 1900/10.
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Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Konagkend Rug with Cruciform Medallion, Circa 1900/10.

1900 - 1920
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Size: 7ft 5in x 4ft 8in (227 x 143cm).

Antique Caucasian Kuba region Konagkend rug with large cruciform medallion design.

Circa 1900/10.

A good example of a Konagkend rug with the classic cruciform medallion design; the black medallion contrasts well against the red ground. The design elements found through out this rug can also be found widely used in Caucasian soumak designs from the Kuba region.

The rug is in excellent condition with only very slight even wear and full pile, the weave is fine and tight, giving a hard wearing dense surface finish. The rug has no repairs and is in original condition.

The rug is suitable for normal domestic use.

The rug has been hand washed and is ready for use or display, the rug is offered in true showroom condition.

Stock Number: H-568

Physical Dimensions
Height
227cm (89.37")
Width
143cm (56.30")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1226858
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H-568
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Description
Size: 7ft 5in x 4ft 8in (227 x 143cm).

Antique Caucasian Kuba region Konagkend rug with large cruciform medallion design.

Circa 1900/10.

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A good example of a Konagkend rug with the classic cruciform medallion design; the black medallion contrasts well against the red ground.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

The design elements found through out this rug can also be found widely used in Caucasian soumak designs from the Kuba region.

fig 1. An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe.
fig 1. Antique Caucasian Kuba Region Konagkend Rug with Cruciform Medallion, Circa 1900/10.

The rug is in excellent condition with only very slight even wear and full pile, the weave is fine and tight, giving a hard wearing dense surface finish. The rug has no repairs and is in original condition.

The rug is suitable for normal domestic use.

The rug has been hand washed and is ready for use or display, the rug is offered in true showroom condition.

Stock Number: H-568

Height
227cm (89.37")
Width
143cm (56.30")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Caucasian Kuba Rug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1226858
Dealers Internal Ref
H-568
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Archive I An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe.

ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN KUBA REGION KONAGKEND RUG WITH CRUCIFORM MEDALLION, CIRCA 1900/10.

Archive II An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View II
Archive III An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View III
Archive IV An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View IV
Archive V An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View V
Archive VI An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View VI
Archive VII An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View IX
Archive X An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View X
Archive XI An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View XI
Archive XII An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View XII
Archive XIII An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View XIII
Archive XIV An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View XIV
Archive XV An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe. View XV
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An antique Caucasian Konagkend hand-knotted wool rug featuring a large dark cruciform central medallion on a deep red ground with geometric borders and fringe.
ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN KUBA REGION KONAGKEND RUG WITH CRUCIFORM MEDALLION, CIRCA 1900/10.
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Konagkend rugs originate from the North-East Caucasus within the Kuba region, known for precise geometric designs, central medallions, and structured field patterns. Produced predominantly in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, these hand-knotted textiles feature stylised motifs, architectural symmetry, and natural vegetable-dyed wool.

Traditional Caucasian rugs are hand-knotted using locally sourced wool for both the pile and the foundation. Artisans utilise symmetrical Turkish knots, creating a dense, durable weave coloured with natural dyes derived from plants, madder root, and minerals.

Authentic pieces exhibit hand-spun wool construction, subtle natural dye variations known as abrash, and slight hand-weaving irregularities. The reverse side reveals a visible knotting texture matching the pile density, along with original wool fringes and braided selvages.

A geometric Caucasian carpet acts as an anchor in neutral room schemes, providing colour contrast against timber floorboards or concrete. Its linear patterns complement minimalist furniture, dark academia aesthetics, and modern eclectic interiors.

Vacuum regularly using suction only without a rotating brush attachment to avoid pulling the wool fibres. Blot spills immediately with a clean cloth and lukewarm water, rotate the carpet annually to distribute wear, and arrange professional hand-cleaning periodically.
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