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

 

 


A spectacular Caucasian Gubpa Kuba rug, Circa 1875
4ft 8in X 7ft 7in

Abstract animal forms, starflowers, weaver's combs and other delightful totemic devices are spontaneously scattered upon the striking indigo base. The row of five medallions is wonderfully asymmetrical and the color palette is masterful.


from claremontrug.com