Where were antique shirvan rugs made?

These textiles originated in the Shirvan region of the Eastern Caucasus, situated between the Greater Caucasus mountains and the Caspian Sea. Local weavers in towns and surrounding mountain villages produced distinctive regional styles. Production centres included Baku, Marasali, and Khila, each contributing specific design vocabularies and border motifs to the broader Caucasian weaving tradition.

What is a flatwoven kilim?

A kilim is constructed without a pile through a flat tapestry-weaving technique. The horizontal weft threads are pulled tightly across the vertical warps to form crisp geometric patterns. Shirvan kilims typically display banded designs with soft, varied colours, offering a lighter alternative to traditional thick-pile carpets.

How should I care for an old wool rug?

Protect the textile by placing a breathable, high-friction underlay beneath it on hard floors to prevent sliding and reduce pile friction. Regular gentle vacuuming without a rotating power head removes embedded grit. Keep the piece out of direct, harsh sunlight to prevent natural dye fading, and consult a specialist familiar with antique Oriental textiles for professional cleaning.

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Woven in the Eastern Caucasus during the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, an antique shirvan rug brings precise geometric motifs and saturated palettes to a room.

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Antique Caucasian Shirvan Banded Kilim of Large Size, Late 19th Century.

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