Antique Caucasian Shirvan Kilim 10'7" x 7'2"

SIZE: 10.7 X 7.2 FT.

ORIGIN: CAUCASUS

CIRCA: 1910s

MATERIAL: PURE WOOL

This antique Caucasian tribal kilim rug is a vivid, energetic flat-woven textile, showcasing the dynamic geometric patterns and bold natural dyes typical of nomadic weaving traditions from the Caucasus mountains.

The design features alternating horizontal bands of large diamond medallions and intricate latch-hook or stepped motifs, arranged in vibrant, rhythmic rows. The diamonds, often called memling guls or tribal medallions, are filled with stylised crosses, rosettes, and hooked elements, each sharply outlined to create crisp visual separation. Jagged zigzags and angular motifs add movement and texture between the diamond bands, forming a striking interplay of shapes.

The colour palette is lively and sophisticated: saturated reds, dark indigo, soft blues, ivory, muted greens, and warm camel tones, all drawn from natural vegetable dyes, giving the piece warmth and depth. The outer border is framed with a classic sawtooth or serrated edge, adding a protective symbolic layer around the powerful central pattern.

Being a kilim, this rug is woven flat without pile, using slit-weave techniques that allow the weaver to create sharp, clear patterns and bold colour shifts. Likely woven in the late 19th or early 20th century, this piece comes from a tribal group such as the Shahsavan, Karabagh, or Kazak regions, each known for distinctive regional motifs but united by their commitment to vibrant, geometric ornamentation.

Explore the artistry of our authentic vintage kilims and flatweave rugs. These pieces are carefully handwoven using only the finest natural materials, such as pure wool, silk, and cotton, resulting in exceptional works of art. Our kilims undergo professional cleaning to maintain their timeless allure and ensure the preservation of their rich history.

Our specialist restoration workshops expertly secure these vintage art pieces, guaranteeing many more years of enjoyment. To enhance durability and longevity, we highly recommend using a rug pad with a grip back to keep your kilim in place on the floor, smooth out any shipping wrinkles, and protect it from deterioration.

Our product photography skillfully captures the naturalistic colours of our one-of-a-kind products using gentle natural light, although the colours may appear different depending on your device. Before shipping, every kilim undergoes a meticulous stretching process to ensure it arrives straight and flat. Due to its unique and handmade nature, vintage kilim may display slight variations.