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Antique Caucasian Shirvan Ivory Ground Prayer Rug with Floral Lattice, Circa 1880.
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Antique Caucasian Shirvan Ivory Ground Prayer Rug with Floral Lattice, Circa 1880.

19th century
Description

Size: 5ft 4in x 3ft 5in (162 x 103cm).

Antique Caucasian Shirvan prayer rug with floral lattice on an ivory ground.

Circa 1880

A good example of this well known group of prayer rugs with a very well drawn lattice containing flowering shrubs on an ivory ground. The mihrab contains an interesting design and note the two small water or oil ewers either side at the top of the mihrab..... a symbol of cleanliness. The multi coloured borders frame the rug well.

The rug has slight even wear, good pile.

Hand washed and ready for use or display.

Stock Number: H-486.

Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Shirvan Prayer Rug to the 1880s.

Physical Dimensions
Height
162cm (63.78")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
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SA1015625
Dealers Internal Reference
H-486
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Description
Size: 5ft 4in x 3ft 5in (162 x 103cm).

Antique Caucasian Shirvan prayer rug with floral lattice on an ivory ground.

Circa 1880

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A good example of this well known group of prayer rugs with a very well drawn lattice containing flowering shrubs on an ivory ground.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

The mihrab contains an interesting design and note the two small water or oil ewers either side at the top of the mihrab..... a symbol of cleanliness. The multi coloured borders frame the rug well.

The rug has slight even wear, good pile.

Hand washed and ready for use or display.

Stock Number: H-486.

Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Shirvan Prayer Rug to the 1880s.

Height
162cm (63.78")
Width
103cm (40.55")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1015625
Dealers Internal Ref
H-486
Cotswold Oriental Rugs
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An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top.
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Archive I An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top.

Antique Caucasian Shirvan Ivory Ground Prayer Rug with Floral Lattice, Circa 1880.

Archive II An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View II
Archive III An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View III
Archive IV An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View IV
Archive V An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View V
Archive VI An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View VI
Archive VII An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View VII
Archive VIII An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View VIII
Archive IX An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View IX
Archive X An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View X
Archive XI An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View XI
Archive XII An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View XII
Archive XIII An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top. View XIII
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An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top.
ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN SHIRVAN IVORY GROUND PRAYER RUG WITH FLORAL LATTICE, CIRCA 1880.
Ref: SA1015625
An antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug featuring an ivory field covered in a geometric floral lattice motif, enclosed by a multi-bordered frame and a stepped prayer arch at the top.
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  • ObjectRugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCaucasian
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourIvory
  • MotifsMihrab prayer arch, Floral lattice pattern, Geometric diamond border, Stepped arch motif
  • SizeH 162 cm (64 in) x W 103 cm (41 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This antique Caucasian Shirvan wool prayer rug, dating from 1880, displays a traditional design with a central ivory ground covered in a geometric floral lattice pattern and flowering shrubs. The upper section features a stepped mihrab prayer arch containing a distinctive design complete with two small water or oil ewers at the top. The piece is finished with multi-coloured geometric diamond borders containing blue, red, brown, and cream tones, along with fringed ends at the top and bottom. The textile shows slight even wear with a good pile and has been hand washed. Measuring 162 cm high, 103 cm wide, and 1 cm deep, this item functions well as a floor covering in a gentleman's library or study to add traditional textile warmth to the interior scheme.

FAQs

Shirvan prayer rugs originated in the eastern Caucasus region during the 19th century, characterised by finely hand-knotted wool construction, geometric lattice motifs, and a distinct arch design representing a mihrab.

These textiles were hand-knotted using hand-spun wool pile woven onto a wool foundation, utilising natural vegetable dyes to produce ivory, indigo blue, madder red, and saffron yellow tones.

Authentic pieces feature wool knots on a fine warp structure, natural dye variation known as abrash, characteristic geometric prayer arches, and distinct multi-banded border guard patterns typical of Caucasian weaving.

A historic Caucasian rug serves as a textural layer on hardwood or polished concrete floors, pairing effortlessly with both minimalist contemporary furniture and traditional wooden pieces.

Vacuum gently without a rotating beater bar, place a non-slip pad underneath to reduce friction, rotate annually to balance wear, and consult a professional textile restorer for specialist cleaning.
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