Antique Turkish prayer rug featuring the classic long and narrow latch-hooked Mihrab associated with the town of Nigde between Yahyali and Konya in central Anatolia. The main field is composed of the rich orangey-red mihrab on a silvery ground of faded fuchsine dyes and flanked by two cartouches each with rows of three stylized blossoms. With a main border featuring a soft zigzag meandering around olive-like cintamani symbols on a caramel ground.

Nigde Prayer Rug - 3’6 x 5’11

Regular price $950.00 Sale

This prayer rug was handwoven during the first quarter of the 20th century in central Anatolia.

It features the classic long and narrow latch-hooked Mihrab associated with the town of Nigde between Yahyali and Konya in central Anatolia. The main field is composed of the rich orangey-red Mihrab on a silvery ground of faded fuchsine dyes and flanked by two cartouches each with rows of three stylized blossoms. With a main border featuring a soft zigzag meandering around olive-like cintamani symbols on a caramel ground. The main border is framed by two dark brown ground minor borders that contrast well against the reds, greens, pinks, and purples utilized.

In very good condition; worn areas have been professionally restored. The pile is low, with a soft handle. 

 

Size: 3’6" x 5’11" [107cm x 180cm]

Age: Q1 20th century (1900-1925)

Country of Origin: Turkey

Type of Rug: Prayer Rug

Material: Wool

Pile Height: low

Condition: Very good; Has been professionally restored.

 

BK2445

 

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