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

 

 

Note: Antique Chichi rugs with a white ground are quite rare. From this point of view, this is an interesting rug.

Caucasian Kuba carpet
 Circa 1875
3ft 6in X 5ft 6in
This piece exudes abundant strength through its overall simplicity and consummate clarity of design. Dazzling polychrome motifs in the field and the spectacular sunburst motifs of the border create an ambiance of great warmth and comfort. The English Family's Collection includes a number of collector's rugs such as this in the ever-beloved Caucasian style.

Claremont Rug