(Connoisseur-Caliber) ("New Arrivals Gallery")
Karabagh rugs with formal designs in Connoisseur-Caliber quality, as seen in this high-spirited runner, are very seldom found, as most were produced by rural weavers using ancient informal tribal designs, including some of the most renowned iconic geometric styles. In delightful contrast, in the late 19th century, urban workshops incorporated Persian curvilinear designs to meet a growing demand from an elite clientele, and some even drew on French and English design preferences, resulting in prized hybrids that combine the elegance of formal designs with the drama of tribal color palettes. Here, the field is abundant with a dynamic array of fantastically colored, large split-palmettes surrounded by three-dimensional English cabbage roses, all sparkling with vitality against the deep indigo blue ground. The masterful range of scales adds visual depth and long-term intrigue. The eye-catching color palette is evocative and extensive, with cinnabar, vermillion, cerulean, emerald, azure, soft pink, saffron yellow, mink, and pale gold in countless mesmerizing juxtapositions. The main border pattern, with its leafy, meandering vine set against the vibrant cinnabar, harmoniously echoes the graceful arabesque movement of the paradisical field. The regal ambiance of this enchanting and extremely rare 150-year-old Caucasian long runner, with its velvety pile, significant age, and distinguished, timeless artistry, makes this piece ideal for refined home settings and highly complementary to room-sized court-style Persian carpets.

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