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Caucasian Tribal All-Over Crimson

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Dimensions213 × 305 cm
MaterialWool
Weavehand knotted
100% Hand-KnottedHighland wool & vegetable dyes
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Signed ProvenanceCertificate of Authenticity
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The Shirvan weaving corridor of the eastern Caucasus produced some of the most disciplined and visually commanding tribal rugs of the 19th and early 20th centuries, prized for their saturated madder fields, architectural geometry, and the remarkable density of symbolic motifs compressed within tightly structured compositions.

This hand-knotted wool piece presents a commanding all-over diagonal lattice across a deep crimson ground, the interlocking framework enclosing rows of stepped diamond medallions alternating with stylized hooked cross forms and schematic botanical devices rendered in midnight navy, warm ivory, and camel — a palette consistent with natural dye traditions of the eastern Caucasus.

The field is animated by subtle tonal variation in the red ground, indicative of abrash, lending it organic depth rather than flat uniformity. The border system is classically Shirvan in its layering: a primary ivory guard stripe bearing repeating geometric rosettes flanks a broad outer border in navy populated with angular figural and floral reserves, terminating at the base in a knotted wool fringe. The piece carries the austere authority of a weaving tradition rooted in clan identity and symbolic language rather than courtly ornament — a work of ethnographic weight and visual exactitude suited to considered, collector-level acquisition.

Motif & Symbolic Elements

Stepped diamond medallions, eight-pointed star forms, stylized hooked crosses, angular tree/plant forms, latch-hook border rosettes, reciprocal sawtooth guard stripes

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Why You’ll Love It

One-of-one hand-knotted weaves steeped in nomadic heritage.

Macro detail of thick hand-spun tribal wool knots and geometric motifs

Built for High Traffic

Hand-spun mountain wool thrives in busy rooms.

Natural vegetable dye skeins of madder red, indigo, and saffron over a tribal rug

Rich Vegetable Dyes

Organic root and mineral dyes age with grace.

Tribal hand-knotted rug anchoring a warm architectural study

True One-of-One Art

Woven from memory, so every rug is one of a kind.

Hand-knotted tribal rug corner showing braided kilim selvedge and dense wool pile
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Forgiving in Daily Life, Unmatched in Character

Originally woven to endure mountain migrations, genuine tribal rugs are among the most resilient, low-maintenance pieces you can place on a floor.

Camouflages Everyday Life Effortlessly

Geometric medallions and rich abrash naturally disguise footprints, pet hair, and daily wear between cleanings.

Heirloom Structural Integrity

Reinforced wool selvedges and hand-knotted foundations lie flat and hold firm for 50 to 100+ years.

Rich Acoustic & Thermal Warmth

Dense, springy mountain wool insulates cool tile or stone floors and absorbs ambient room noise.

Compare hand knotted, machine made and hand tufted rugs by manufacturing method, feel, room suitability, lifespan, materials, care and customisation.

Rug Comparison Guide

Illustrative folded hand knotted rug showing its pile and backing

Hand Knotted

Crafted knot by knot. Made for generations.

Persian · Modern · Tribal

This rug’s construction
Illustrative folded machine made rug showing its pile and backing

Machine Made

Fine detail. A beautifully consistent finish.

Bespoke collection

Illustrative folded hand tufted rug showing its pile and backing

Hand Tufted

Your shape, your palette, your feel.

Custom rugs

Manufacturing method

Individually hand tied

Each knot is tied onto a woven foundation.

Precision machine woven

A powered loom creates a fine, uniform weave.

Tufted by hand

Yarn is inserted into a canvas, then backed and finished.

Feel

Naturally soft

Varies with fibre, knot quality and pile height.

Soft to exceptionally soft

Extremely soft in pure silk; soft in wool. Other fibres vary.

Customisable

Adjust pile height and density for a plush or firmer feel.

Perfect for

Across the home

Durable wool for busy rooms; silk-rich pieces for quieter spaces.

Comfort & decorative detail

Living rooms and bedrooms. Choose the fibre for your foot traffic.

Across the home, tailored to you

Specify wool for everyday use or silk accents for gentler spaces.

Lifespan

Can last 100+ years*

Heirloom potential with appropriate care and repair.

Around 10 years*

An indicative lifespan with suitable use and care.

Up to 20 years*

With proper care of the pile and backing.

Materials

Natural wool & silk

The balance of wool and silk varies by rug.

Varies by design

Wool, bamboo silk and other options. Check the listed material.

Wool & bamboo silk

Choose your material and blend to suit the brief.

Care

Vacuum gently

Rotate periodically. Specialist cleaning for silk and deep cleans.

Follow the fibre

Gentle vacuuming. Silk and bamboo silk need particular spill care.

Protect the backing

Gentle vacuuming; avoid soaking. Use a specialist for deep cleaning.

Customisation

Choose your piece

Find the right size, pattern and palette in the collection.

Choose your size

Available dimensions vary by design.

Fully made for you

Shape, size, palette, material, pile height and density.

ExploreHand knottedBespokeCustom

*Lifespans are indicative, with suitable use and care. Fibre, construction, backing and foot traffic affect longevity. Silk and bamboo silk need more delicate care than wool. Construction images are illustrative.

Caucasian Tribal All-Over Crimson

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