Caucasian antique rugs

Caucasian rugs come from the mountainous region between the Black Sea and the Caspian — Armenia, Azerbaijan, Dagestan and the surrounding areas. They are village rugs, woven by hand in wool, with bold geometric designs and strong colours that catch the eye from across a room: bright reds, deep blues, ivory. Each piece is unique, and much of the charm lies precisely in the small irregularities of someone weaving at a home loom, with no cartoon to follow. In the collection you will find Kazak, Shirvan, Karabagh, Gendje and other types, all authentic and chosen for their age and the quality of the work.

Caucasian pieces available now

The list below shows the Caucasian rugs we have in stock at the moment, each with a photo, measurements and price. When one is sold it leaves this page, so what you see is genuinely available.

Prices run from around US$ 1,200 up to standout pieces such as an Eagle Kazak at US$ 16,000, depending on the type, the size, the age and the rarity of each rug.

The main types of Caucasian rug

Kazak

The best known of the Caucasus: large geometric designs, striking medallions and a thick, lustrous wool, with strong reds and blues. They come from the mountainous region between Armenia and Azerbaijan. Among the most sought-after subtypes is the Sewan, recognisable by its large shield-shaped medallion. Kazak guide

Shirvan

From the south-east Caucasus, these are finer and more detailed than the Kazak. They carry small geometric patterns that cover the whole field, often with repeated motifs, and also appear as prayer rugs. It is the most refined of the Caucasians. Shirvan guide

Karabagh

From the southern Caucasus, they combine the Caucasian geometric strength with a floral touch of Persian influence. This is the family of some of the region’s most famous designs, such as the Eagle Kazak itself and the Chelaberd, and they often have deep red grounds. Karabagh guide

Gendje

From the Gendje area, these tend to be longer and narrower, with diagonal bands and motifs that repeat along the rug. They have a looser, more lively feel. Gendje guide

Buying from Figalli

Every rug is examined by specialists and comes with the house guarantee as to its origin, its age and the fact that it is handmade. And because buying an antique rug at a distance takes trust, the step-by-step of a safe purchase is set out in buying safely at Figalli.

You do not have to decide on your own, either. Our concierge service helps you compare pieces, check measurements and find the right rug for your space, with a guarantee and a return policy behind every sale.

Talk to us

If you have already seen a piece you like, or you would like help finding one, just get in touch. We will tell you the story of the rug, send more photos and help you choose, with no rush.

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