| Stock number | 21797 |
| Size | 4 ft 2 in x 7 ft (1.27 m x 2.13 m) |
| Origin | Caucasus |
| Age | Circa 1875 |
| Style | Seychour |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Blue |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
Antique Caucasian Seychour Blue 1875 Rug, Circa Date: 1875. This exceptional example of 19th-century weaving represents the finest tradition of antique rugs from the Caucasus region. The Zeichur style is characterized by its bold, geometric structure and highly saturated natural dyes, making this piece a powerful statement of tribal artistry. The central field is dominated by a rich, inky indigo, a hallmark among blue color rugs that provides a dramatic backdrop for the complex iconography. Interspersed throughout the field are stylized medallions and highly abstracted animal forms rendered in vibrant madder red, saffron yellow, and cream, demonstrating a masterful control of the limited nomadic palette. While anchored by two prominent central diamond medallions, the surrounding motifs create a dense, repeating pattern that borders on the structure often seen in allover rugs.