Lambali (so
called Lambalo) Prayer rug, (inspired by
Ian Bennet's Antique Kazak Frog rug) with
natural ivory field and main border
CODE: KZBJF03
Size (metric): 114x141cm
Size (ft): 3'8"x4'7"
Area: 1.6 m2
Density: 106 000 knots per square meter, totally 170 000 knots
Weaving period: two and half months
Dyes: 100% natural dyes:
madder,
weld
(Reseda Luteola),
indigo,
pomegranate skins,
walnut husks,
natural brown sheep wool, natural ivory sheep wool
- all are eco-friendly and non-toxic
Materials: Handcarded and handspun wool for pile, wool warps and
madder dyed red wefts
Handwoven in Kazak
Region, Azerbaijan
Design:
The single large medallion in the central field is called "Gurbagha" in
Borchali Region. "Gurbagha" means a "frog" in Azerbaijani Turkish
language. The design is related to Lori Pambak rugs and should be
considered as archetype of the Lori Pambak rugs. The antique rugs with
this design are extemely rare and expensive. There are only a few examples
are known. The pictures can be viewed
here.
Read more
about the history of the Lambali rugs
here |