Shirvan Kelim Rug From Pakistan - 261 x 176cm Period - 19th Century On either side of the

On either side of the chest are finely carved standing figures

This style of chest was made in Canton

This cabinet also has another unusual feature in the form of a spell inscribed on the inner door panel

Each one carries the marks and patina of daily use

86 x 54 x 60 (wxdxh cms)

Shirvan Kelim Rug From Pakistan - 261 x 176cm Period - 19th Century On either side of theThis flatweave kelim rug is skilfully hand woven in Pakistan. The Shirvan style originates from the town of Shirvan just south of the Caucasus mountain range originally Persian and now part of Azerbaijan. Using hundspun wool and vegetable dyes, the locals of Shirvan created vivid and exciting rugs using the limited palette of colours they had available. Kelim rugs are very hardwearing as they are made using a high durability wool. We'd suggest using a