Galerie Shabab Collection Mid-20th Century Turkish Anatolian Square Carpet

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This mid-20th-century Turkish Anatolian square carpet presents a lively checkerboard field arranged in sweeping diagonal bands and broad circular movements. … Read more This mid-20th-century Turkish Anatolian square carpet presents a lively checkerboard field arranged in sweeping diagonal bands and broad circular movements. Small blocks of ivory, coral, brick red, teal, slate blue, taupe, brown, charcoal, and soft pink create a richly variegated mosaic across the surface. The changing direction of the square units gives the composition a dynamic, almost optical rhythm, while lighter passages open the design and prevent the pattern from feeling overly dense. A narrow ivory border, decorated with a simple vine and small geometric accents, frames the field, followed by a slim red outer band that adds definition. Rooted in Anatolian weaving traditions, the carpet combines village craftsmanship with a distinctly modern abstract sensibility. Its nearly square proportions and energetic color relationships make it a versatile decorative foundation, bringing movement, texture, and graphic character to traditional, eclectic, or contemporary interiors with confident balance.

Measures: 5' 5" x 6' 5" See less