CHI CHI
Southeast Caucasian Antique Rug

(Connoisseur-Caliber) Among Caucasian styles, antique Chi-Chi rugs are among the most seldom found on today's market. Most of the rugs available from this Caucasian lowland weaving tradition feature an enchanting yet more predictable traditional pattern language. This entirely fresh interpretation of established Chi Chi motifs demonstrates the technical virtuosity and exuberant artistic freedom of its extremely dexterous weaver. Set upon a rare saturated saffron yellow ground, an etched design features rows of geometric blossoms as diamonds, pinwheels, and crosses with encapsulating buds that form part of the octagon of more traditional Chi Chi rugs. Those familiar with the color palette usually found in rugs from this region will immediately note this avant-garde unusually vivid tonal range. Highlighting this festive color spectrum, and very unusual to see, is a "leaf and cup" border emphasizing the brilliant field display, increasing the interest and c

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