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Antique Konya Prayer Rug - Mid 19th Century

$8,700
£6,643.71
€7,961.31
CA$12,526.98
A$12,915.15
CHF 7,275.12
MX$165,265.29
NOK 83,947.15
SEK 87,803.79
DKK 59,531.23

About the Item

This rare mid 19th century Turkish Konya prayer rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring a double tiered stepped mihrab or prayer niche anchored within a vibrant madder red field. This structural balance between the architectural niche and the surrounding turquoise blue spandrels—decorated with stylized tree motifs—reflects the pinnacle of the Central Anatolian weaving tradition. Rugs of this era are world renowned for their bold graphic presence and the use of archaic tribal symbols that represent a sacred artistic language preserved by rural weaving groups. The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary madder red field that serves as a dramatic canvas for high contrast shifts of turquoise blue golden yellow and deep charcoal. These rich and enduring tones achieved through the expert application of natural dyes over 170 years ago exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest mid 19th century regional productions. The inclusion of a wide golden yellow primary border decorated with a dense rhythmic sequence of reciprocating geometric rosettes creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and the technical finesse of the weavers. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand spun local wool with a characteristically thick resilient pile and a firm substantial handle. The exceptional clarity of the geometric outlines specifically the sharply rendered stepped mihrab edges and the precisely executed Greek key guard borders definitively distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic mid 19th century Konya. Ultimately this rug stands as a premier example of Anatolian textile art representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global collectors.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 38.19 in (97 cm)Length: 47.64 in (121 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
    Turkey
  • Period:
    Mid-19th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1850's
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sultanahmet, TR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7849249647362

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