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 Difference between synthetically and naturally dyed rugs

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Caucasian Karabagh Dragon Rug
Code: KRDRF01
Size: 177x270cm
Size (ft): 5'9"8'10"
Area: 4.77 m2
Density: 170 000 knots per square meter
Dyes: 100% natural dyes: madder, spurge / euphorbia, indigo, pomegranate skins
Materials: Handcarded and handspun wool for pile, wool warps and cotton wefts
Hand knotted in Azerbaijan

Design: The madder red field containing three white and green lozenges flanked by various polychrome floral motives. Hooked geometric motives (three on the top and three at the bottom of the central field) suggesting a stylized dragon figure.
Handwoven in Azerbaijan

Contact us for more information about this rug



For more information about the above rug or to place an order please email vd@azerbaijanrugs.com (Baku, Azerbaijan) or ra@azerbaijanrugs.com  (San Francisco Bay Area). We will get back to you within 24 hours or less.