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Antique Fahrola Prayer Rug - Mid 19th Century

$13,200

£10,080.11

€12,079.23

CA$19,006.46

A$19,595.40

CHF 11,038.11

MX$250,747.34

NOK 127,368.09

SEK 133,219.55

DKK 90,323.24

About the Item

This rare mid 19th century Fahrola prayer rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic composition featuring an architectural prayer arch mihrab enclosing a vibrant teal green field anchored by a prominent geometric central medallion and archaic tribal talismans. This structural balance between the green central prayer field complete with its stepped geometric arch, surrounding inner checkered guard bands, and broad ivory main border filled with repeating polychrome diamond leaf motifs reflects the pinnacle of traditional Southwestern Caucasian Fachralo Kazak fine craftsmanship world renowned for its bold tribal geometry, saturated natural dyes, decorative clarity, and majestic graphic presence. Textiles of this antiquity are celebrated for their ability to blend highly expressive regional nomadic design narratives with a striking heraldic pattern rhythm. The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary deep sea green canvas contrasted by rich madder red, ivory, cobalt blue, saffron yellow, and aubergine accents, framed by a continuous wide ivory main border flanked by detailed inner and outer guard bands that allow the central green field and red medallion structure to step forward dynamically. These rich and enduring tones achieved through the expert application of natural vegetable dyes over 170 years ago exhibit a characteristic gentle patina, soft historic abrash, and an organic wool texture that are hallmarks of the finest mid 19th century Caucasian regional productions. The multi layered framing borders create a powerful visual boundary that highlights the superior hand spun wool quality and distinctive technical finesse of the weaver. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand spun wool woven with a characteristically resilient, thick knotted structure and a supple yet sturdy handle tailored for expressive architectural spaces. The exceptional clarity of the bold geometric outlines, specifically the perfectly balanced symmetry of the central prayer niche layout and corresponding multi band borders, definitively distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic mid 19th century Fachralo prayer rug production. Ultimately, this decorative textile stands as a premier example of classical Caucasian tribal art representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global collectors.

Dimensions:
Width: 41.34 in (105 cm)Length: 65.75 in (167 cm)
Materials and Techniques:
Wool,Hand-Knotted
Place of Origin:
Caucasus
Period:
1850-1859
Date of Manufacture:
1850's
Condition:
Seller Location:
Sultanahmet, TR
Reference Number:
1stDibs: LU7849252688132

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