About the Antique Rugs of the Future Project

Sheep Breeds of Azerbaijan

Shearing,
Sorting, Washing, Carding, Spinning

"The advantages of handspun yarn to machine spun yarn"

Rediscovery of Ancient Natural Dyes
Our Natural Dyestuffs

Mordants

Difference between synthetically and naturally dyed rugs

Weaving and Finishing Steps

Galleries of ARFP Caucasian Azerbaijani Rugs

 


 

Antique Kuba Chichi rug, first quarter 20th century, Southern Hillside Kuba Region, North East Azerbaijan. 4'2" x 6'3". Antique Knot


A carpet with small closely knotted distinctive designs and coloring. The main border carries a series of diagonal sticks alternating with an eight point star design. Deep rich colors with ornaments in the main field that are soothing to one's eye. In the center you will see side by side design with rows of octagons and rosettes.