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Carpet (Shirvan)

Early XIX century –late XX century

National History Museum of Azerbaijan

National History Museum of Azerbaijan
Baku, Azerbaijan

During the cold seasons it was used to regulate the heating system and decorate interior of houses. One of the examples of the world-famous Shirvan carpet-weaving school in Azerbaijan. Its beam thread is of wool and weft is of cotton. This carpet of which the background is dark blue has three frames. In the central part, almond-shaped patterns were woven. It was used as a flooring and wall decoration.

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  • Title: Carpet (Shirvan)
  • Date Created: Early XIX century –late XX century
  • Location: Azerbaijan, Shirvan
  • Physical Dimensions: 130 cm x 236 cm.
  • Medium: Fleecy
National History Museum of Azerbaijan

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