Why So Named.—A corruption of the word Cossack.
Where Made.—In the Transcaucasian district of Erivan, near Mt. Ararat, where Russia, Persia, and Turkey meet.
By Whom Made.—By the Cossack Nomads, whose origin seems to be unknown. They were probably related to the Cossacks of Russia.
Knot.—Ghiordes. Number vertically six to twelve; number horizontally six to ten; number to square inch thirty-six to one hundred twenty. Fewer than any of the other Caucasian fabrics.
Warp.—Always wool.
Woof.—Nearly always wool, usually dyed. A characteristic feature is the number of woof threads between each row of knots, usually four or more.
Nap.—Fine lustrous wool, which is usually cut long. The great number of woof threads causes the nap to lie so that the side of the yarn is exposed more than the ends.
Sides.—Usually a wide selvage in colored wool. Occasionally overcast.
KAZAK RUG
(PALACE DESIGN)
PROPERTY OF MR. FREDERIC P. WARFIELD, NEW YORK CITY