Antique Meshkin, Ardabil Province, North West Iran.
This is a Meshkin with strong influence from the neighbouring Caucasus. These runners usually have a centre field with a light basic colour, the flowers also often occur. Photo 10 is an example of another Meshkin with a light base. The edges are decorated with the so-called crab ornament. So called because the shapes resemble crabs.Kurbach, according to Kerimov, a leading expert from Azerbaijan. This means frog and that is an animal which is honoured in the totem of the Talish. The Talish people live in this province and on the coast, in the neighbouring Azerbaijan. The rug feels smooth and soft to the touch. The warp threads are of thick, dark brown red wool. Clean, with a wear fitting an antique piece of approx. 140 years old. A remarkable piece! Will be sent registered and insured.. Read More