The present group represents a subgroup of rugs featuring the characteristic design of a narrow field containing an abstract geometric tree motif in a latticed field and the paired palmettes evoke the image of two birds positioned face to face. Most known examples  of this subgroup are executed on a brown ground and are framed by flowing flower-bud meander border, enhancing the elegance of the overall design. These rugs are notably rarer than their counterparts and generally appear to belong to the pre-commercial phase of production.

These differ from classical Kuba rugs in both weave and coloration. Most examples feature light red wefts, and in many cases the kilim ends are executed in the same colour (In pre-commercial-period Kuba rugs, light red wefts are observed, and the weave structure generally differs from that of later productions). The selvedges are either red or, in some instances, in different colours, often wrapped around three or more cords (this feature also observed in rugs produced in northern Kuba villages such as Alpan and Zeykhur). Although a small number of examples from the west of the country are also known, yet these pieces do not comfortably fit within the Kazak or Karabagh classifications. They were most likely woven in a region between northern Kuba and Derbent, circa 1850–1870.

The following examples illustrate the range and characteristics of this rare subgroup.

The present rug originates from the distinguished collection of the late Jim Dixon. Despite its compromised condition, the chromatic palette is remarkably well preserved, and the piece ranks among the best extant examples of this rare subgroup, of which fewer than a handful are known. Although earlier scholarship has suggested a date in the first half of the 19th century, a more prudent dating would be circa 1850–1870. The rug measures 3 ft. 8 in. by 6 ft. 1 in.

Another fine example was from the Rahmanan collection. Well-balanced composition with outstanding color harmony.