{"product_id":"sofya-antique-caucasian-rug-runner-circa-1860","title":"Antique Caucasian Rug Runner — Circa 1860 | 4' x 8'11\"","description":"\u003cp class=\"pl-intro\"\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eSofya\u003c\/strong\u003e is an exceptional antique Caucasian rug runner, woven circa 1860, its very old lattice-oriented panel design enclosing interior germinating geometric blossoms. Woven in the Caucasus region, this piece is wrapped by an extremely colorful and intricate main border of floral arabesques. Part of our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/caucasian-rugs\" style=\"color:#764134;\"\u003eCaucasian collection\u003c\/a\u003e, it's a rare survivor from the mid-19th century, remarkable for both its age and its vivid, layered color story.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- ===== QUICK SUMMARY (INTENT-LED) ===== --\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"pl-summary\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Caucasus region\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique, circa 1860\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Runner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low-traffic indoor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4' x 8'11\"\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eEach rug is handcrafted and unique. Variations in dye saturation, weave density, and wear pattern are natural characteristics of antique handmade rugs and reflect authenticity rather than imperfection. Given this rug's exceptional age, please see Condition Details below before purchasing.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .pl-hr{\n    border: 0;\n    border-top: 0.7px solid currentColor;\n    opacity: 0.2;\n    margin: 12px 0;\n  }\n  @media (prefers-color-scheme: dark){\n    .pl-hr{ opacity: 0.85; }\n  }\n\n  details.pl-row{ margin:0; padding:0; }\n\n  summary.pl-row-summary{\n    list-style:none;\n    cursor:pointer;\n    display:flex;\n    align-items:center;\n    justify-content:space-between;\n    gap:14px;\n    padding:0;\n    margin:0;\n  }\n  summary.pl-row-summary::-webkit-details-marker{ display:none; }\n\n  .pl-row-title{\n    margin:0;\n    padding:0;\n    line-height:1;\n    letter-spacing:0.02em;\n    text-transform:none;\n    font-weight:400;\n  }\n\n  .pl-row-icon{\n    font-size:22px;\n    line-height:1;\n    font-weight:200;\n  }\n  .pl-row-icon::before{ content:\"+\"; }\n  details[open] \u003e summary .pl-row-icon::before{ content:\"−\"; }\n\n  .pl-row-content{\n    padding:12px 0 14px;\n    margin:0;\n  }\n\n  .pl-row-content ul{\n    margin:0;\n    padding-left:18px;\n    line-height:1.7;\n  }\n  .pl-row-content li{ margin:6px 0; }\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\n\u003c!-- DESCRIPTION --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Sofya's field is organized in a lattice-oriented panel design, each panel enclosing an interior germinating geometric blossom. For more on lattice and botanical motifs, see our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/common-rug-motifs-explained\" style=\"color:#764134;\"\u003eguide to common rug motifs\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe field is wrapped by an extremely colorful and intricate main border of floral arabesques, offering remarkable detail for a piece of this age. The palette is exceptional in range: ivory, platinum, dusty gold, madder root red, aubergine, sapphire blue, beige, sand, dusty rose, oxidized copper green, and jade green. Explore more Caucasian pieces in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/blogs\/learn\/best-rug-styles-for-collectors#caucasian\" style=\"color:#764134;\"\u003eguide to the best rug styles for collectors\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 4' x 8'11\", the Sofya is well suited to hallways and low-traffic spaces where its exceptional age and vivid color can be appreciated and preserved.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- HISTORY --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eHistory\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCaucasian rugs are woven across a diverse region historically shaped by Armenian, Azeri, Kurdish, and other communities, each contributing distinct variations on a shared vocabulary of bold, geometric drawing. Lattice-panel compositions like this one, paired with richly colored floral arabesque bordering, reflect the confident, symbolically rich weaving tradition the region is known for.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWoven circa 1860, the Sofya is an exceptionally rare survivor from the mid-19th century, predating most rugs available in the market today by a significant margin. Browse more pieces from this tradition in our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/collections\/caucasian-rugs\" style=\"color:#764134;\"\u003eCaucasian collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- ABOUT THE NAME --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eAbout the Name\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSofya\u003c\/strong\u003e is the Armenian form of Sophia, meaning \"wisdom\" in Greek.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe name reflects the rug's own accumulated history—over a century and a half of survival, carrying the wisdom of age in its faded yet vivid color and its intricate, hand-drawn lattice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSofya captures the Caucasian tradition at its most historically significant: rare, richly colored, and genuinely ancient.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- MATERIALS --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eMaterials \u0026amp; Composition\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary material:\u003c\/strong\u003e Natural wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hand-knotted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDye method:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional dyes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFoundation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional woven foundation\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique, fragile in places — see Condition Details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- CONDITION --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eCondition Details\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"pl-row-icon\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease note:\u003c\/strong\u003e given its exceptional age of over 165 years, this rug shows areas of wear to pile and knot heads. Most original side cord selvages are intact or have been sympathetically restored, and sides and ends are fully secured.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA few areas show repair in varying degrees of expertise, consistent with a piece that has been cared for and maintained across generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne end measures 3'10\", while the opposing end measures 4'. This variation is within normal margins for hand-knotted rugs of this type, age, and size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven its age, this piece is best suited to low-traffic placement. Recently professionally cleaned and ready for in-home use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- CARE --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eCare Instructions\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVacuum gently using suction only. Avoid rotating brushes or beater bars.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGiven its exceptional age, use a quality rug pad and place in a low-traffic area to help preserve the weave.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor deep cleaning or stabilization, consult a professional experienced with 19th-century antique carpets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003chr class=\"pl-hr\"\u003e\n\u003c!-- FAQ --\u003e\n\u003cdetails class=\"pl-row\"\u003e\n\u003csummary class=\"pl-row-summary\" style=\"margin-bottom: -1.7em;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"h5 pl-row-title\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"pl-row-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"pl-row-content\" style=\"margin-top: 2em;\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow old is this rug?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Sofya is believed to date to circa 1860, making it well over 165 years old and among the oldest pieces in our collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this rug suitable for high-traffic areas?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGiven its exceptional age, we recommend low-traffic placement rather than a primary walkway.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHas this rug been repaired?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, it has a few areas of repair in varying degrees of expertise, consistent with a well-preserved piece of this age. It is fully secured and ready for use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta content=\"Rugs \u0026amp; Antique Area Rugs\" itemprop=\"category\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Wool\" itemprop=\"material\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Hand-knotted\" itemprop=\"productionMethod\"\u003e \u003cmeta content=\"Caucasus region\" itemprop=\"origin\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Old New House®","offers":[{"title":"4' x 8'11\"","offer_id":48881565892791,"sku":"ct001754","price":6315.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0735\/7703\/8007\/files\/sofya-1.jpg?v=1784301790","url":"https:\/\/leonidascollection.com\/products\/sofya-antique-caucasian-rug-runner-circa-1860","provider":"Leonidas Collection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}