
Built for High Traffic
Hand-spun mountain wool thrives in busy rooms.
The Kazak weaving tradition of the South Caucasus — spanning the highlands straddling present-day Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia — produced some of the most boldly graphic and chromatically vivid tribal rugs of the 19th and early 20th centuries, prized by collectors for their uncompromising geometric vocabulary and the exceptional vibrancy of their natural dyes.
This piece presents the classic Kazak central-medallion format: a large stepped octagonal diamond, framed in olive-brown and ivory lattice banding, dominates an open ivory field and carries at its heart a cruciform star rosette rendered in sky blue, ivory, and madder red — a motif strongly associated with the Bordjalou and Lori-Pambak sub-districts.
The dominant indigo blue inner border is densely populated with angular reciprocal motifs and stylized zoomorphic or vegetal hook forms, while the cream outer border runs a crisp procession of stepped arrowhead and geometric palmette devices in red and brown; knotted white fringe is present on both terminal ends, intact and even. The palette — saturated indigo, burning madder, warm ivory, muted olive, and touches of woad blue — displays the characteristic tonal depth of natural wool dyes. A piece of commanding spatial presence, suited to a serious collector or an interior that can absorb the full authority of the Caucasian tribal canon.
Stepped octagonal central medallion with cruciform star rosette interior, latch-hook diamond borders, stylized eagle or sunburst corner pieces, reciprocal angular leaf-and-vine border, geometric hooked medallions in blue field panels
One-of-one hand-knotted weaves steeped in nomadic heritage.

Hand-spun mountain wool thrives in busy rooms.

Organic root and mineral dyes age with grace.

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

Originally woven to endure mountain migrations, genuine tribal rugs are among the most resilient, low-maintenance pieces you can place on a floor.
Geometric medallions and rich abrash naturally disguise footprints, pet hair, and daily wear between cleanings.
Reinforced wool selvedges and hand-knotted foundations lie flat and hold firm for 50 to 100+ years.
Dense, springy mountain wool insulates cool tile or stone floors and absorbs ambient room noise.
Rug Comparison Guide | ![]() Hand KnottedCrafted knot by knot. Made for generations. Persian · Modern · Tribal This rug’s construction | ![]() Machine MadeFine detail. A beautifully consistent finish. Bespoke collection | ![]() Hand TuftedYour shape, your palette, your feel. Custom rugs |
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| 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. |
| Explore | Hand knottedExplore hand knotted rugs | BespokeExplore bespoke rugs | CustomCreate your custom rug |
*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.
Kazak Medallion Blue Red
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