Abrash Design
Antique Caucasian Rug, 4x7 - "The Cosmic Orchard"
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A field of quiet rhythm unfolds across this striking antique Caucasian rug, where rows of boteh forms—like seeds, flames, or small living presences—repeat across a deeply saturated blue ground. There is a sense of order here, but not rigidity: each form shifts slightly, as if shaped by memory rather than pattern, giving the rug a subtle vitality that reveals itself over time.
The composition feels both grounded and expansive. The boteh motifs suggest growth and continuity, while the open blue field evokes something larger—an atmosphere, a night sky, a sense of space beyond the borders. This balance between intimacy and scale gives the piece its quiet power. Woven in the South Caucasus in the early 20th century, it carries the clarity of village design alongside a gentle Persian influence in its softened forms and flowing repetition.
DETAILS
- Size: 47 × 80 inches (approx. 4 × 7 feet)
- Origin: South Caucasus (likely Karabagh region)
- Age: Circa 1900
- Material: 100% wool pile on wool foundation
- Condition: Very good antique condition
CRAFTSMANSHIP & CHARACTER
This rug reflects the artistry of village weaving traditions, where designs were carried in the mind and passed through generations rather than drawn from formal plans. The slight variations in each boteh and the gentle shifts in tone—known as abrash—are not imperfections, but signatures of the human hand. These natural color variations occur when wool is dyed in small batches, creating subtle movement and depth across the field, and are widely appreciated as markers of authenticity and craftsmanship .
The wool foundation adds durability and a tactile, organic quality, while the balanced structure gives the rug a satisfying weight and presence. It is both sturdy and expressive—a piece that holds up to daily life while continuing to reveal new details over time.
GUARANTEE
I stand behind every rug I offer. If you purchase this rug with shipping and it doesn’t feel right in your space, you may return it within 30 days for a full refund (buyer pays return shipping).
If you purchase the rug in person, I offer a 7-day return window.
MAKE IT YOURS
This is a piece that works beautifully in a range of interiors—from layered, collected spaces to more minimal settings where its pattern and color can take center stage.
Order with shipping today, or schedule an appointment to see the rug in person at my location in Silver Spring, Maryland 20902.
Shipping & Returns
Shipping & Returns
STANDARD DOMESTIC SHIPPING BY UPS GROUND
I ship my rugs by UPS Ground, with added insurance, within the USA. Please contact me to arrange international shipping, or to request a different shipping carrier.
After you place your order, I will deliver your rug to UPS for shipping within 2-3 business days.
Once UPS receives the package, the shipping time varies from approx. 1 to 5 business days, depending on your location.
LOCAL VIEWING & PICKUP
I'm happy to show you my rugs in person, by appointment. My location is in the Kemp Mill neighborhood of Silver Spring, Maryland 20902.
Whether you buy online or in-person, I always offer an option for free local pickup. That is, after you pay for the rug, you can pick up your rug from me in Silver Spring and take it home, without paying for shipping or other added fees.
Please get in touch to set up an appointment to see the rugs, or to pick rugs up locally after buying them online.
RETURNS
I want you to see the rugs in your home to make sure you like them. In case you don't like them for any reason, I offer an easy return policy.
The 'grace period' for returns depends on how you bought the rugs -
- If you ordered with shipping, without seeing the rug in person first, you get a 30 day return grace period. The 30 day grace period begins when the rug arrives at your address.
- If you picked up the rug from me locally, without shipping, you get a 7 day return grace period. The 7 day grace period begins when you pick up the rug.
You may ship the rug back to me, or drop it off locally by appointment. I will issue a refund for the purchase price, provided that I receive the returned rug within the grace period explained above.
All shipping fees are non-refundable.
I will expect to receive the returned rug in the same condition that I sent it to you. Please make sure that the rug is dry, not damp or wet. Please do not apply any adhesive tape to the front or back of the rug. I will assess any damage on a case-by-case basis, and subtract the value of the damage from your refund.
Questions? Please get in touch.
