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Shirvan "Akstafa" rug
CODE: SHRAKS02
Size (metric): 92x152cm
Size (ft): 3'0"x4'11"
Area: 1.4 m2
Density: 155 000 knots per square meter, totally 217 000 knots
Weaving period: 2 and half months

Colors: madder red, cerulean blue, midnight blue, weld yellow, forest green, natural ivory, natural brown.

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, ivory wool warps and coton wefts
Handwoven in Azerbaijan

Design: The blue field with two red and ivory octagonal medallions and various geometric devices within an ivory border
 

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AKSTAFA ELEMENTS


Mythical Animal
Star Motif
Tribal symbol

"Kilim Gülü" motif

Stylized rams horn motif
kochanak
flower
Wheel

 



Belt buckle motif




Symbol of Dragon

 

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.