CAUCASE. Antique Chirvan Lesghi wool velvet carpet on a wool foundation (some oxidation and natural wear). Midnight-blue field decorated with four cruciform star-shaped medallions surrounded by motifs recalling the symbolism of the soil, triple borders, the main one ivory with chalices and lacy oak leaves. Late 19th - early 20th century. Length: 143 cm - Width: 93 cm Also included: - TURKEY. Original and fine Kilim rug, prayer rug. Double-sided needlework with wool yarns on wool foundations (good overall condition). Prussian blue field with stylized Mirhab decorated with geometrically stylized crabs and tarantulas. Main ivory border decorated with rows of stylized hourglasses. Mid-twentieth century. Length : 150 cm - Width : 108 cm Expert : Frank Kassapian