{"product_id":"antique-caucasian-bidjov-shirvan-rug","title":"Antique Caucasian Bidjov-Shirvan Rug","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis is an impressive antique Caucasian Bidjov-Shirvan rug of superb character and charismatic design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a lovely, collectable rug that would grace the floor of anyone from rug aficionado to home decor enthusiast. An antique rug like this often looks “at home” in period properties (like it has always been there), but alternatively can be a spectacular addition for use in an environment of modern decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy this Antique Caucasian Bidjov-Shirvan rug appeals to us\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is an appealing rug to us at The Oriental Rug Merchant, because we always have our eyes open to discover interesting antique and old rugs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thing that interests us is often rugs like this are from places where either rug weaving has died-out, or the rug weaving has transformed into a more commercial operation. This rug is therefore an authentic piece of woven history. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFind out some more about this Antique Bidjov-Shirvan rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique Caucasian rug hails from the village of Bidjov in the Aksu district of the Eastern Caucasus, inside the Shirvan weaving area. Shirvan is one of the main weaving areas of the Caucasus; this area reaches from the central east coast of modern day Azerbaijan to 300 kilometres inland.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antique Bidjov-Shirvan rug has an eye-catching colour combination that features a dark blue main colour with splendidly contrasting colours in geometric design of floral and zoomorphic motifs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt was made entirely from wool and has a hand-knotted wool pile knotted onto woollen warps. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe condition of this antique Caucasian rug\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is undoubtedly a rug of great character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe condition is fair for its age. The pile, which was originally cut short to give a beautifully defined pattern to the symbols, is fairly evenly worn all over. There is an old repair which can be seen in image 9, and an old moth nibble in image 7. It is irregular in shape - genuine antique rugs often are, as many have spent the bulk of their lives without underlay beneath them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen we discover an interesting rug like this, in order to preserve them for future owners, we always expertly wash them and where possible repair them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this case, this antique Shirvan rug has been washed, the sides have been repaired and the ends have been secured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTo keep it looking great \u0026amp; stop any slips or trips:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe recommend using a rug underlay under these rugs if using on hard flooring or carpeted floor. We stock a variety of rug underlay options to suit most situations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey details:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCountry of origin: Caucasus (Azerbaijan)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSize: 150x120cm \/ 4'11\"x3'11\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 4mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePile: Wool, hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarp: Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAge: Circa 1900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCondition: See above notes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58081499480395,"sku":null,"price":1500.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1070\/3113\/4539\/files\/Bidjov-Shrivan-1.50x1.20m-MAIN.jpg?v=1786282821","url":"https:\/\/theorientalrugmerchant.co.uk\/products\/antique-caucasian-bidjov-shirvan-rug","provider":"The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd","version":"1.0","type":"link"}