Lot 362 AN ANTIQUE CAUCASIAN RUG RUNNER
Up for auction is a magnificent and color-rich oriental rug from the Caucasus: An antique Caucasian runner, hand-knotted around 1900. This exquisite piece captivates with a fascinating, highly elegant inner field on a deep, midnight-blue ground. The composition features a dense row of monumental floral palmettes, stylized trees of life, and geometric medallions in vibrant madder red, turquoise blue, ivory, and warm ochre tones. This rich ornamentation is typical of the highly esteemed knotting tradition of the South Caucasus (specifically the Karabakh region) and perfectly combines floral elegance with the archaic rigor of Caucasian tribal art. The impressive main field is framed by an opulent, multi-band border. The wide main border displays a rhythmic interplay of serrated leafy vines and chalice (leaf-and-calyx) motifs on light and red grounds. The runner is in good condition with a very beautiful, even pile height and fully preserved ends. Due to its unusual, narrow format and brilliant color palette, this collector's item is ideally suited as a prestigious accent for hallways, galleries, or sophisticated living areas. • Condition: Good condition (well-maintained, authentic collector's condition with expressive color preservation). • Dimensions (Metric): 185 by 80 cm.