Lot #3: Antique Caucasian Kazak Wool Runner – Hand-Knotted Tribal Rug w Triple Stepped Medallion

Caucasian Kazak tribal rug. Hand-knotted by village weavers in the Caucasus region, this piece features a classic, highly collectible layout of three geometric stepped polygonal medallions stacked vertically along a vibrant rust-red field. Richly detailed with protective tribal talismans and geometric figures, this rare runner effortlessly bridges historic nomadic textile artistry with modern, rustic, or eclectic interior design. Construction & Authentication Details • Weave Integrity: 100% hand-knotted. A look at the reverse side confirms a robust, heavy wool-on-wool (or wool-on-cotton) ribbed structure with high-precision knot definition. • Selvage & Finishing: Features traditional thick, dual-cord overcast selvages securely bound in dark blue protective wool yarn, finished with authentic, short hand-tied cotton fringe ends. Key Specifications & Color Palette • Materials: Premium hand-spun local wool pile over a durable hand-woven foundation. • Colors: Deep saturated rust-red base, heavily accented by midnight indigo blue, ivory cream, rich camel tan, and subtle hints of golden saffron. • Design Motifs: Central geometric stepped medallions, surrounded by stylized nomadic geometric filler elements, and framed beautifully by an iconic reciprocal cream-and-red geometric guard border. Condition Outstanding antique condition. The pile is even, showing beautiful natural age-related character with no major bare spots, stains, or structural damage. The foundation is stiff and straight, and the hand-finished edges remain tightly secured. Size: 62x37 inches Dimensions: 62x37 Pickup category timeslot {A}