Large Antique Shahsavan Kilim

(DK-109-49)   Antique
6'9" x 19'7" (206cm x 597cm)
The Caucasus, Azerbaijan: Late 19th Century
Flat-weave (kilim), slit-tapestry technique: wool
An impressive antique tribal kilim, with its size, scale of design and color palette, by the Shahsavan nomads of Azerbaijan. Woven in two symmetric halves,on a narrow nomadic loom and very well preserved including its tassels and the original stitching between the panels.
Condition & Remarks
Very well preserved, sturdy and clean

The panels can be separated and used as two narrow runners.
Categories
Wide & Long, Narrow & Long, Kilims