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Georgian Space Invaders

Georgian Space Invaders

  • Number 964

  • Type Caucasian

  • Material Wool

  • Style All Over

  • Origin Caucasian

  • Size 398 x 190

  • Age 1930

Story

I really find it hard to categorise this oddity. Far fewer rugs were woven in Georgia than in other Caucasian states and the few that are well known in no way resemble this. I came across it while treasure hunting in the old bazar of Tbilisi, not having any idea what I would find! The field is flat woven with black kilim while a cornucopia of abstract motifs are inwoven in knotted carpet pile--in a very fluffy, shaggy way I might add. This 'thing' possesses irresistible charm to me, both decorative and emotive. While not being the oldest or finest of Caucasian rugs, we can very safely say it is pretty much unique.

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