Antique Kirshehir Rug 148x114cm
£1,850.00
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COMPOSITION | CALIBRE | CONDITION |
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Wool: 17 | Rarity: 16 | Restoration: 15 |
Weave: 17 | Antique Value: 16 | Wear: 15 |
Dye: 16 | Design: 16 | Tinting: 18 |
total composition: 48 | total calibre: 51 | total condition: 47 |
Total 3c Value: 146 |
This vibrant Kirshehir prayer rug hails from central Turkey, specifically the town of Kirshehir, located between Ankara and Kayseri. Renowned for its distinct regional weaving traditions, Kirshehir produces prayer rugs that are deeply symbolic, artistically detailed, and full of colour.
The rug features an elaborately stepped arch above a classic prayer niche (mihrab) design, a format traditionally used for devotional purposes. The main arch is outlined with small carnations in profile, lending a floral delicacy to the bold architectural form. Inside the main mihrab, a smaller, concentric niche echoes the shape in a contrasting colour, creating a powerful sense of depth and sacred symmetry.
Its colour scheme is a celebration of Anatolian vibrancy, including cherry red, golden yellow, violet, light blue, deep greens, terra-cotta, and accents of black-brown. These striking hues, combined with the precise layout, make this rug not just a functional item but a statement of cultural heritage and artistic tradition.
Perfect for collectors of prayer rugs, Turkish tribal weavings, or simply those who appreciate bold, historical design, this rug brings a striking visual and spiritual presence to any interior.
Key Features:
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Origin: Kirshehir, Central Turkey
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Type: Traditional prayer rug
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Design: Stepped mihrab with floral carnation detailing and inner niche
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Colours: Cherry red, yellow, violet, light blue, green, terra-cotta, black-brown
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Material: Wool (assumed – confirm if needed)
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Condition: (Insert – vintage, excellent, used, etc.)
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Size: (Insert dimensions if available)
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Use: Decorative wall hanging, collector’s piece, spiritual use, floor display
Why This Rug?
A textile steeped in spiritual symbolism and rich regional identity, this Kirshehir rug is both a devotional object and a visual masterpiece.
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Celebrate Turkish artistry with this Kirshehir prayer rug—a vibrant, meaningful piece of weaving history for your home or collection.
Additional information
Dimensions | 148 × 114 cm |
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