A striking example of 19th-century Caucasian village artistry, this antique Kazak runner features the bold geometric language and saturated natural dyes that have made Caucasian weavings highly sought after by collectors and designers alike. Handwoven in the southern Caucasus during the fourth quarter of the 1800s, the composition is anchored by three monumental medallions, each occupying roughly one-third of the field and distinguished by its own unique color palette and internal geometry.
The medallions appear in rust red, pale yellow, and soft cream tones, creating a dynamic rhythm across the field while maintaining visual balance. Secondary accents of pale green, French blue, yellow, and warm brown introduce subtle complexity and depth. The crisp geometric motifs, combined with the luminous blue ground and strong tribal drawing, exemplify the confident design sensibility associated with Kazak weavers of the period.
The elongated runner format makes this piece particularly versatile for interior design applications—ideal for hallways, galleries, kitchens, entryways, or layered installations where architectural proportion and visual impact are equally important. Its saturated colors and graphic presence also complement contemporary, modern, rustic, and traditional interiors alike.
Woven entirely by hand using high-quality wool and natural dyes, this antique runner carries the character, patina, and authenticity that only more than a century of age can provide, making it both a functional rug and a collectible work of art.
- Dimensions: 3’ 3” X 9’ 4”
- Date of Manufacture: 4th Quarter of the 1800s
- Place of Origin: Caucasus
- Material: Wool pile on a wool foundation with natural vegetable dyes
- Condition: Wear consistent with age and use
SKU: 1865
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