18” x 56”    Extremely rare and highly seeked Caucasian Verne saddlebag from the early 20th century.  The front of the bag is woven in “Verne '' technique with the S-shaped larger design representing a dragon filled with backward z shaped forms.  The back of the saddlebag is a flatwoven kilim with alternating red and yellow color bands.  The verne technique is difficult and time consuming but results in a three dimensional looking pattern.  Verne weaving is very beautiful and is seen mostly in the Sileh kilims from the Caucasus.

Dimensions: 18” x 56”

Date of Manufacture:  1st Quarter of the 1900s

Place of Origin:  Karabagh, Caucasus

Material:  Wool on a wool foundation with natural dyes

Condition:  Excellent

SKU: 1563

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