About the Antique Rugs of the Future Project

Sheep Breeds of Azerbaijan

Shearing,
Sorting, Washing, Carding, Spinning

"The advantages of handspun yarn to machine spun yarn"

Rediscovery of Ancient Natural Dyes
Our Natural Dyestuffs

Mordants

Difference between synthetically and naturally dyed rugs

Weaving and Finishing Steps

Galleries of ARFP Caucasian Azerbaijani Rugs
 

back to "An Educational Guide to Antique Derbend rugs and carpets" main page
 

Antique Derbend rug, 19th century 


Doris Leslie Blau: Carpets and Tapestries

 

Sotheby's Sale: N07807 | Location: New York
Auction Dates: Session 1: Tue, 01 Oct 02 10:15 AM
 

LOT 55 (of 113)

A DERBEND LONG RUG, SOUTHEAST CAUCASUS,

5,000—7,000 USD
Lot Sold. Hammer Price with Buyer's Premium: 5,975 USD
 

measurements: approximately 9ft. 4in. by 5ft. 1in. (2.84 by 1.55m.)

Description: circa 1900 original end finishes, oxidized browns,