Anchored in the bold visual language of the Caucasus, this 6'6" x 9'8" hand knotted wool Caucasian Kazak rug features a low pile of approximately 0.30 and a wool foundation, reflecting the durability and graphic clarity for which Kazak tribal rugs are known. The design is unapologetically strong, symmetrical, and symbolic, created to be read clearly from a distance and to anchor a space with confidence.The field is dominated by a sequence of large geometric medallions arranged vertically along the center. Each medallion is built from layered octagonal and diamond forms, a classic Kazak structure symbolizing protection, unity, and strength. These central motifs are primarily rendered in burnt orange and warm orange, giving the rug its commanding presence. Within the medallions, ivory and beige highlights define the internal geometry, while soft gray and slate blue accents introduce contrast and depth without softening the tribal edge. Surrounding the medallions are angular filler motifs of stepped hooks, small rosettes, and star like forms in blue, gray, and ivory, which add rhythm and visual movement while reinforcing traditional symbolic meanings of continuity and safeguarding. The border is equally assertive, composed of repeating geometric patterns in burnt orange, blue, beige, and ivory, acting as a protective frame that contains and amplifies the energy of the central field. The rug’s design is architectural, rhythmic, and deeply tribal, making it an ideal statement piece for living rooms, dining spaces, studies, or entry halls, especially in interiors that balance natural materials, wood tones, or minimalist furnishings.
- Exact Size: 6'6"x9'8"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Burnt Orange, Ivory, Blue, Gray, Multi
- Origin: Turkey
- Pile Height: 0.3 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH20281
Story Behind the Art Kazak rugs are well recognized for their striking aesthetic, durability and highly saturated naturally dyed color tone. Originally woven by different tribes in the region of Caucasus Mountains, between the Black Sea and Caspian Sea, Kazak rugs feature distinct design patterns/motifs with geometric composition and tribal characteristics. Common patterns include medallions, rosettes, hooked polygons, diamonds and crosses as well as representations of animals, birds, trees and humans. Today Kazak rugs that are made in Azerbaijan or in Iran or near the Caucasus Mountains are referred to as Caucasian Kazaks, and Kazak style rugs that are made in Afghanistan are referred to as Afghan Kazaks. Pakistan has also emerged as an important center for production of Kazaks in the modern times.