Antique Caucasian Shirvan Tribal Paisley Hallway Runner Rug

Antique Caucasian - Shirvan Caucasian Multicolor 1860s Hallway Runner, Circa Date: 1860s. This exceptional 19th-century Shirvan piece exemplifies the masterful weaving tradition of the Eastern Caucasus. Its long, narrow format identifies it as one of the highly desirable hallway runner rugs, perfectly suited to define and elongate transitional spaces with historical character. The field is structured by a striking series of diagonal bands, a dynamic departure from typical central medallion designs. This arrangement creates an energetic, continuous flow of pattern, characteristic of allover rugs where the design repeats across the entire surface without a fixed center. Within these bands, large, stylized boteh motifs alternate in color, creating a rhythmic visual cadence that draws the eye down the length of this long and narrow size rug.