Fachralo Kazak (361)

Fachralo Kazak rug from Armenia,southwest Caucasus

Age: circa 1900

Measurements: 7′.4"x5′.3" (224×160 cm)

This unusual Fachralo Kazak has khaki re-entrant squares above and below the hexagonal central medallion on a classic madder red ground.The central motif employs layers of latch hooks.Extremely stylized floral elements and insect like motifs,stars and other lesser motifs are scattered about.The ivory main border displays an extremely stylized leaf and tree pattern and is flanked by blue and khaki minor guards with varying rosettes and diamonds.There are four barber pole lines and a yellow and black innermost triangle reciprocal around the field.The colors are vibrant and the condition is very good.