Antique Caucasian Karabagh Runner Size: 4'3" × 10'6" Age: Circa 1870s Material: Wool on wool Dyes: Natural vegetable dyes This exceptional antique Caucasian Karabagh runner showcases the bold tribal artistry and vibrant design vocabulary that have made 19th-century Karabagh weavings among the most sought-after rugs from the Caucasus region. The rich madder-red field is covered with an allover arrangement of stylized boteh motifs, elegantly aligned in diagonal rows that create a strong sense of movement and visual rhythm throughout the composition. The field is framed by striking ivory main borders featuring geometric rosettes, latch-hook elements, and tribal symbols rendered in deep indigo, soft camel, ivory, and warm red tones. The contrast between the luminous border and the richly colored field enhances the runner’s graphic impact while emphasizing the precision and creativity of the weaver’s design. Handwoven entirely of wool on a wool foundation and colored with natural vegetable dyes, this late 19th-century Karabagh runner possesses the rich patina, depth of color, and subtle abrash that collectors prize in authentic tribal rugs. Its elongated format, highly decorative boteh pattern, and outstanding age make it a superb example of Caucasian craftsmanship, equally suitable for hallways, galleries, and interiors seeking a distinctive piece of textile art with historical character and timeless appeal.