Where were these runners made?

These runners originate from the Shirvan region in the Eastern Caucasus. The weavers belonged to local tribal groups working within traditional village and workshop traditions. Production dates span the late nineteenth century and the opening decades of the twentieth century. The geography influenced the distinct geometric vocabulary found across the region.

How do I care for my runner?

Protect the hand-spun wool pile by placing a quality underlay beneath the textile on hard floors. This prevents slipping and reduces friction between the fibres and the floorboards. Vacuum gently without using a rotating beater bar to avoid pulling the wool knots. Professional cleaning should be undertaken periodically by specialists familiar with antique natural-dyed carpets.

Are natural dyes easy to spot?

Natural dyes present a rich, variegated appearance where the colour absorbs into the hand-spun wool with subtle tonal shifts. This variation gives the surface depth under changing light. Synthetic dyes introduced later can sometimes appear flat or overly uniform across the field. Examining the base of the wool pile often reveals how deeply the natural colour penetrated.

How are runners and long rugs different?

Runners are strictly defined by their elongated proportions, making them ideal for narrow architectural spaces like corridors. Long rugs share a similar extended format but tend to be slightly broader in width. Both categories utilise the same Caucasian design repertoire and regional weaving techniques. The primary distinction lies entirely in the specific ratio between length and width.

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An antique shirvan runner brings geometric tribal artistry and rich saturated hues from the Eastern Caucasus straight to narrow hallways and long corridors.