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 rug, Southern Hillside Kuba Region, west of Velvele-chay river, probably Zeyve or Pirabadil village or one of the neighbouring villages, Azerbaijan. 121 x 188cm, Late 19th century. Est. €3500
 


Bonhams, 26 Apr 2005, Fine Oriental and European Carpets and Rugs