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Antique Kilim, Shahsevan Tribes of Moghan, Azerbaijan.
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Antique Kilim, Shahsevan Tribes of Moghan, Azerbaijan.

19th century
Sold 9 January 2025 · Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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Description

This magnificent kilim was made circa 1880 by Shahsevan tribes in the Moghan region of Azerbaijan.

The natural colours are truly fabulous and the kilim is in excellent overall condition with no repairs.

The field contains diagonal bands of small tree symbols, surrounded by a powerful border containing small 'birds-heads' motifs.

Note how the outer border, which depicts the 'laleh abbasi' border, appears to get smaller as the weaver either progressed towards the completion of the kilim or alternatively, she may have started with a smaller motif, then making it larger, as she may have realised it wasan't powerful enough? I leave this to your imagination!

Size: 3.66m x 1.96m (12' 0" x 6' 5").

Physical Dimensions
Height
366cm (144.09")
Width
196cm (77.17")
Declaration

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Shahsevan Kilim to the 1880s.

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SA1117343
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BM/PM1
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Description
This magnificent kilim was made circa 1880 by Shahsevan tribes in the Moghan region of Azerbaijan.
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The natural colours are truly fabulous and the kilim is in excellent overall condition with no repairs.
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
fig 1. An antique Shahsevan kilim featuring a complex geometric diamond pattern in red, blue, yellow, and white against a dark field, framed by patterned borders.
fig 1. Antique Kilim, Shahsevan Tribes of Moghan, Azerbaijan.

The field contains diagonal bands of small tree symbols, surrounded by a powerful border containing small 'birds-heads' motifs.

Note how the outer border, which depicts the 'laleh abbasi' border, appears to get smaller as the weaver either progressed towards the completion of the kilim or alternatively, she may have started with a smaller motif, then making it larger, as she may have realised it wasan't powerful enough? I leave this to your imagination!

Size: 3.66m x 1.96m (12' 0" x 6' 5").

Height
366cm (144.09")
Width
196cm (77.17")
Date of Manufacture

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets has dated this Antique Shahsevan Kilim to the 1880s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1117343
Dealers Internal Ref
BM/PM1
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2011

Dealing in antique and old tribal rugs, dowry weavings and decorative carpets from the near east and central asia since 1979.

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You can view the stock and full dealer information on the Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets Profile Page

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Archive I An antique Shahsevan kilim featuring a complex geometric diamond pattern in red, blue, yellow, and white against a dark field, framed by patterned borders. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Antique Kilim, Shahsevan Tribes of Moghan, Azerbaijan.

Archive II An antique Shahsevan kilim featuring a complex geometric diamond pattern in red, blue, yellow, and white against a dark field, framed by patterned borders. View II
Archive III An antique Shahsevan kilim featuring a complex geometric diamond pattern in red, blue, yellow, and white against a dark field, framed by patterned borders. View III
Archive IV An antique Shahsevan kilim featuring a complex geometric diamond pattern in red, blue, yellow, and white against a dark field, framed by patterned borders. View IV
Archive V An antique Shahsevan kilim featuring a complex geometric diamond pattern in red, blue, yellow, and white against a dark field, framed by patterned borders. View V
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Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets

Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Telephone 01451 824 447 or 07980 999 114
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North Cotswolds
Gloucestershire
United Kingdom
Dealer Profile Page sellingantiques.co.uk/rugmac
Verified Since Oct 2011
Items For Sale 112
Items Sold 1,075
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
Brian MacDonald Antique Rugs & Carpets
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An antique Shahsevan kilim featuring a complex geometric diamond pattern in red, blue, yellow, and white against a dark field, framed by patterned borders.
Antique Kilim, Shahsevan Tribes of Moghan, Azerbaijan.
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An antique Shahsevan kilim featuring a complex geometric diamond pattern in red, blue, yellow, and white against a dark field, framed by patterned borders.
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  • ObjectKilim Rug
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCaucasian Tribal
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourMulticoloured
  • MotifsDiamond lattice, Diagonal striping, Geometric borders, Stylised tribal motifs
  • SizeH 366 cm (144 in) x W 196 cm (77 in)

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Shahsevan kilims originate from the nomadic and semi-nomadic tribes of the Moghan and Ardabil regions in Azerbaijan and northwest Iran, historically known for their fine slit-weave construction and intricate geometric motifs.

Authentic pieces are handwoven using hand-spun wool for both the warp and weft, often dyed with natural materials such as madder root, indigo, and weld to achieve rich, earthy tones.

Authentication involves examining the tightness of the slit-weave construction, the natural abrash or color variations in the wool, the presence of traditional tribal symbols, and the characteristics of the aged natural dyes.

These textiles can be used as floor coverings in minimalist or eclectic spaces to add texture and history, or mounted on a wall as a focal point of textile art.

Preservation requires regular gentle vacuuming without a beater bar, professional organic cleaning when necessary, keeping the textile out of direct sunlight, and using a breathable rug pad underneath.
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