Fachralo Prayer Kazak

Second half 19th century, 148 x 103 cm, South West Caucasus

Surrounded by a narrow blue border, the dark green mihrab drawn with a box-shaped re-entrant opening at the bottom and a small, pointed triangular arch at the top stands alone in the red field, surrounded by octagons enclosing hooked diamonds. The red cartouche placed in the mihrab is a characteristic design of Fachralo Kazaks, whereas the four white boxes with an interior design of large double hooks stem from the repertoire of Karachov Kazaks. A rare collector’s piece woven in top-quality, brilliant colours. – Very good condition, original finishes all around.