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Sheep Breeds of Azerbaijan

Shearing,
Sorting, Washing, Carding, Spinning

"The advantages of handspun yarn to machine spun yarn"

Rediscovery of Ancient Natural Dyes
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Mordants

Difference between synthetically and naturally dyed rugs

Weaving and Finishing Steps

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Antique Shirvan rug, Southern Shirvan Region, Salyan (Saliani) District, Azerbaijan. second half 19th century, c. 1870s. published Murray L Eiland Jr. & Murray Eiland III's "Oriental Rugs A Complete Guide" plate no: 279


This rug has all the features of an Akstafa except the birds, including a common border and the most typical color scheme.