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

 

Antique Baku Long Rug, Azerbaijan, mid-19th century, (even wear, minor end reweaves, other small repairs), 12 ft. 4 in. x 5 ft. 3 in.

Lot 40
Skinner Auctioneers and Appraisers
Fine Oriental Rugs & Carpets - Sale 2389 - Lot 40
Estimate $7,000-9,000
Sold for $5,875