Zili
Today we are experiencing another historic day. Kalbajar, one of the ancient human settlement sites on the globe, famous for its historical monuments and natural resources, has been liberated from the Armenian occupation. Its native inhabitants will return to their home again after a long separation. We wholeheartedly congratulate the Azerbaijani people!
Flat-woven carpets occupy a special place among the most beautiful examples of Karabakh carpet weaving. The traditional zili of Kalbajar are considered masterpieces of Karabakh carpet weaving. They were woven in various compositions and designed with squares, rectangles, polygons, and shebeke. In general, large sizes and warm colors are characteristic of Karabakh zili. The local population used zili as mafrash, saddlebags, blankets, bedspreads, etc.
Zili. Karabakh, Azerbaijan. 1920s-1930s. Warp, weft - wool. Interweaving, wrapping technique. Azerbaijan National Carpet Museum collection
