Elnare Rasulova, the Azerbaijani representative of the Khar Bulbul Cultural Association and a member of the Creative Center of Azerbaijan, who is actively engaged in the international promotion of Azerbaijani carpet art and the Karabakh cultural heritage, presented a rare carpet to Dr. Akkan Suver. 

"Characteristics of the gifted carpet:

Star Gazakh Carpet is one of the most valuable types of carpets from the Gazakh region of Azerbaijan, known for its unique patterns, color combinations and superior weaving technique.

This precious carpet was presented to Dr. Akkan Suver, respected academician and cultural ambassador.”

The technical specifications of the gifted carpet are as follows

- Origin: Gazakh region

- Pattern: Large floral motifs and eight-pointed star patterns in the central area

- Colors: Red, navy blue, green and beige shades

- Material: Handmade, natural wool yarns and vegetable-based dyes

- Texture: Stitch density reaches up to 100,000-120,000 stitches

Historical and Cultural Importance:

- It is a well-established Azerbaijani rug woven from the Middle Ages to the present day.

- It is an important cultural heritage exhibited in national and international museums and private collections.

- It carries the aesthetic and symbolic elements of Turkish-Islamic art. Areas of Use

- Artistic decoration: It is an ideal art piece for traditional and authentic spaces.

-Museums and exhibitions: Exhibited as cultural heritage.

- Collections: It is a rare carpet with antique value.

Star Gazakh Carpet is an important part of our cultural heritage as one of the rare examples of Azerbaijani carpet art with both aesthetic and historical value.