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Sheep Breeds of Azerbaijan

Shearing,
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Rediscovery of Ancient Natural Dyes
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Mordants

Difference between synthetically and naturally dyed rugs

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Antique Shirvan Marasali Kabistan prayer rug / namazlyg, Shirvan Region, Azerbaijan. H. Manoyan Collection, c1860-70


Shirvan prayer rug, Eastern Caucasus, West Coast of the Caspian Sea, illegibly dated, dimensions:4'.10"x3'.5" (147x104 cm).