Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Throw Rug

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This mid-20th-century Turkish Anatolian throw rug presents two large, vertically aligned floral medallions set against a warm ivory field. Each … Read more This mid-20th-century Turkish Anatolian throw rug presents two large, vertically aligned floral medallions set against a warm ivory field. Each medallion combines dark navy lobes, soft blue outlines, golden leaves, green central panels, and small rosettes in coral, cream, and brown. Between the principal forms, compact checkerboard blocks introduce a playful geometric counterpoint in blue, green, tan, black, and ivory. Delicate flowering vines climb along the sides, filling the surrounding ground with angular leaves, buds, and miniature blossoms. A narrow slate-blue border, punctuated by red and ivory dots, encloses the composition with crisp definition. The strong symmetry, layered ornament, and lively contrast reflect the decorative richness of Anatolian village weaving, while the balanced palette gives the rug a refined graphic presence. Its compact proportions allow the bold medallions and scattered accents to read clearly as a distinctive focal point in varied interior settings today.

Measures: 3' 10" x 5' 7" See less