A worn-to perfection, sturdy Azerbaijani runner. Woven in the mountainous regions of Iranian Azerbaijan, rugs like this are renowned for their hard-wearing structure and liberal use of village motifs. This playful yet stately runner is the perfect piece to liven up your hallway, kitchen, or bedroom. • Age: circa 1950 • Dimensions: 2’5' x 7'5” • Color: Apple, Indigo, violet, lavender, turquoise, white • Pile Height: Low to medium • Materials: Handspun wool, cotton foundation, natural & synthetic dyes • Design: Three primary medallions house a variety of motifs-within-motifs, resulting in a rug that begs to be explored. The abrashed red field is perfectly worn, bringing it to a softer shade. Beautiful violet medallions on either end house a soft pink octagonal medallion, while the rug is scattered with splashes of turquoise—all showcasing the weaver’s expert knowledge of color. Geometric depictions of village life (flowers, peacocks, birds, stars) are placed wherever the weaver found space, suggesting a playful disregard for conventionality. • Condition: Good, worn to perfection. See photos. • Shipping: Free to the US and Canada! This rug has been organically and professionally cleaned. Every purchase comes with a write-up about your rug and a care guide.