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Shirvan rug of the Akstafa type, identified by the stylized bird figures at the bases of the medallions; first half of the 19th century. Figure 77: Techniques of rug making. (Top centre) Detail of a Shirvan wool kilim (tapestry-woven carpet), southeastern Caucasus (Azerbaijan S.S.R.), late 19th century. In the Textile Museum, Washingto (bottom center) Enlarged section of above showing sli
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Shirvan rug of the Akstafa type, identified by the stylized bird figures at the bases of the medallions; first half of the 19th century.
Figure 77: Techniques of rug making. (Top centre) Detail of a Shirvan wool kilim (tapestry-woven carpet), southeastern Caucasus (Azerbaijan S.S.R.), late 19th century. In the Textile Museum, Washingto (bottom center) Enlarged section of above showing sli
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