Antique 19th Century Turkish Ghiordes Rug With Bold Pictorials - Rug & Kilim

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Hand-knotted in wool circa 1860-1869, this 3x5 antique Turkish Ghiordes rug is a magnificent addition to Rug & Kilim's archive. … Read more Hand-knotted in wool circa 1860-1869, this 3x5 antique Turkish Ghiordes rug is a magnificent addition to Rug & Kilim's archive. It features a stunning prayer niche design and a bold Tree of Life motif woven in a beautifully preserved polychromatic palette.

On the Design:

Connoisseurs of fine Anatolian weaving will appreciate how this carpet serves as a window into the spiritual and botanical artistry of 19th-century Turkey. The design centers on a stepped ruby-red mihrab; the iconic prayer niche – set against a luminous ivory field. A symbolic hanging lamp descends from the vault, leading the eye to a magnificent "Tree of Life" that dominates the central field. This motif, rendered in a sophisticated polychromatic palette of sage, rose, and gold, is flanked by stylized cypress trees and delicate floral sprays that evoke the imagery of a celestial garden.
Keen eyes will recognize the exceptional detail and historical significance of the lower reserve, which is particularly striking, featuring a variegated "flourishing garden" that grounds the ethereal design with dense, colorful growth. Framing this pictorial landscape is a meticulously segmented border populated with a semis of florets and climbing plant garlands. The graphic precision and rare ivory-ground colorway distinguish this piece as an exceptional example of Turkish weaving, blending religious architecture with a vibrant, painterly appreciation for nature.
Condition:
This antique Turkish Ghiordes rug is in good condition for its age and origin. See less