Late 19th Century Antique Red Tribal Geometric Square Caucasian Kilim Verneh Flat-Weave Carpet
$9,800.00
| Stock number | 20-2048 |
| Size | 5 ft 8 in x 6 ft 4 in (1.73 m x 1.93 m) |
| Origin | Caucasus |
| Age | Circa 1870 |
| Style | Kilims, Verneh |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Flat Weave |
| Colors | Red / Rust |
| Pattern | Allover, Geometric |
This late nineteenth-century square Caucasian flat woven Verneh kilim rug is a masterpiece of nomadic tribal art, representing one of the most technically demanding and symbolically rich traditions of the South Caucasus. Unlike standard slit-weave antique kilims, the Verneh (or Varni) is a specialized "brocaded" flat-weave, often associated with the Karabagh or Shusha regions, prized for its structural density and its role as a dowry piece for tribal elites. The composition is centered upon a rigorous tribal geometric pattern, often featuring the iconic "S-form" or "Dragon" motifs. In the Caucasian tradition, these stylized, angular shapes are ancient protective symbols, believed to ward off evil and represent the fluidity of the soul.