Antique Kazak rug with stylized cruciform abstract tree motifs and diagonal serrated leaves

Code: KZXYP01

Age: 1900-1910

Size: 130x230cm

Size (ft): 4'4"x7'7"

Structure: wool pile, ivory wool warps and red wool wefts.

Knots: Gördes (Turkish, symmetrical)

Description: The distinguishing features of this early 20th century Kazak Azerbaijani rug are stylized cruciform abstract trees with diagonal serrated leaves enclosed in rectangular panels. The tree motif is a variant of one found in the central medallion of a group of Karabagh (Herrmann, ATT 2, no.31) and later Kazak rugs. Very good condition, full pile, left upper and right lower corner restored, scattered very small repairs

For related examples:

Nagel 9 May 1997, lot 146 (sold $26 155)

Richard Purdon, a red ground mid 19th century example with a bug motif border

Bonhams, 18 March, 2014

Rudnich Collection, a yellow grounde example

Allen Swift rug - Sotheby's New York, 14 December 2006

Another rug from the same auction, lot 159

The Vojtech Blau rug - Sotheyb's 14 Dec 06

Siyawouch Azadi "Azerbaijani Caucasian rugs" plate no: 126