Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Small Runner

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This mid-20th-century Turkish Anatolian small runner presents an ordered allover lattice of narrow diamond forms set across an ivory and … Read more This mid-20th-century Turkish Anatolian small runner presents an ordered allover lattice of narrow diamond forms set across an ivory and pale beige ground. Alternating outlines in muted red, taupe, soft grey, and faded blue create a gentle checkerboard rhythm, while central dots and compact geometric accents enliven selected compartments. The dense repetition gives the field a quiet sense of movement without relying on a dominant medallion. A narrow inner guard frames the lattice, followed by sand-colored side borders carrying small, widely spaced diamond devices in subdued blue-grey and brown. Delicate red linear bands complete the perimeter and reinforce the elongated proportions. The restrained palette and disciplined geometry give the rug an understated modern character, while the hand-drawn irregularities preserve the expressive quality associated with Anatolian village weaving. Its balanced scale and subtle pattern create a refined decorative foundation with warmth, texture, and visual continuity.

Measures: 3' 6" x 8' 9" See less