Antique Shirvan Prayer Rug

Period: Late 19th Century
Origin: Shirvan Region, East Caucasus
Dimension: 122 x 145 cm

This exquisite late 19th-century antique Caucasian prayer rug (Namazlyk) originates from the renowned Shirvan weaving region, celebrated globally for its high knot density, crisp graphic clarity, and refined tribal iconography.

The central composition features an architectural stepped prayer niche (mihrab) set against an ivory-cream ground filled with a lattice grid of stylized floral shrubs. The inner niche and surrounding field are structured with incredible geometric precision, embodying the spiritual and artistic harmony characteristic of classical Shirvan prayer rugs.

A prime example of East Caucasian textile art, this late 19th-century Shirvan prayer rug combines rare graphic elegance with rich spiritual iconography. Its compact accent size and luminous vegetable colors make it an outstanding choice for fine wall hangings, collector display, or high-end luxury interior spaces.

Stock No: 2319