This third or fourth quarter 19th century Karagashli rug #7528 measures 4’2” x 6’3” (128 x 192 cm). Although the rug is only 4’ x 6’, it could be considered over-sized for this type of rug which is usually 3’ x 5’ish. The rug is incredibly finely woven with a double row of Karagashli medallions in tomato red in a deep blue ground. The main border is a very finely drawn wine glass motif on an ivory ground embraced on either side by a flower head motif on a deep blue ground. The two minor borders are a Lazy s motif with the inner border on a yellow gold ground and the outer border on a red ground. Everything is enclosed by a black and white dog tooth border. The field is very asymmetric ivory and red flowers with a little man in ivory with two combs and various forms of quadrupeds. This rug makes a bold statement. The tomato red medallions practically float against the dark blue ground. The ivory is the color of new snow. This rug is a very exciting example of its type. It is in essentially perfect condition. It is full pile with complete ends and sides. It is clean and ready to go. https://antiqueorientalrugs.com/product/7528-karagashli-antique-caucasia...