Baku Rugs: Baku Chila-Afshan Long Rug

Woolley & Wallis, Salisbury Salerooms Ltd. Carpets & Rugs Sale on Tuesday 9th October 2001

Lot 317 So-called 'Khila-Afshan' long rug, Baku region of Shirvan, East Caucasus, first half 19th century, 11 ft .4 in. x 5 ft. 3.45m. x 1.52m. £900-1200 Condition: Overall wear, heavy in places, end outer guards rewoven, one split, other small repairs. Hammer Price £1150

JBOC: Please note the small birds in-between the flowers in the main border. These Birds are traditional in Khila rugs.

Picture and Information from Woolley & Wallis, Salisbury Salerooms Ltd.

Baku Rugs are part of the broader category of Caucasian Rugs and Caucasian Carpets

Guide to Baku Rugs

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J. Barry O'Connell Jr.

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