Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Rug

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This mid-20th-century Turkish Anatolian rug, measuring 1' 8" × 2' 11", is an exuberant example of village weaving, alive with … Read more This mid-20th-century Turkish Anatolian rug, measuring 1' 8" × 2' 11", is an exuberant example of village weaving, alive with rhythmic color and symbolic geometry. The design features bold diagonal bands filled with stylized latch-hook motifs, each rendered in alternating tones of saffron yellow, crimson red, ivory, and charcoal. These motifs, often interpreted as fertility or protection symbols, dance across the surface in a mesmerizing zigzag progression that embodies the spontaneous creativity of Anatolian tribal weavers. The narrow border of stepped diamonds and meandering lines provides a vibrant frame, enhancing the dynamic motion of the field. Woven in hand-spun wool and dyed with natural pigments, this small yet powerful rug captures the spirit of mid-century rural Anatolia, a place where utility, symbolism, and art seamlessly intertwine. Its vivid palette and geometric abstraction lend it both ethnographic authenticity and a strikingly modern visual appeal. See less