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Antique Floral and Geometric Design Wool Carpet - Late 19th Century

$19,500
£14,576.05
€17,008.22
CA$27,381.97
A$27,853.24
CHF 15,904.60
MX$336,900.28
NOK 185,455.99
SEK 188,297.54
DKK 127,148.89

About the Item

This rare late 19th century Antique rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition featuring a monumental multi tiered central medallion anchored within a vibrant saturated madder red field. This structural balance between the intricate angular medallions and the expansive ground reflects the pinnacle of regional weaving tradition known for its ability to blend rustic tribal elements with a sophisticated architectural aesthetic. Textiles of this antiquity are world renowned for their bold graphic presence and technical mastery. The color palette is masterfully balanced featuring a primary madder red field that serves as a dramatic canvas for high contrast shifts of sky blue ivory and midnight indigo. These rich and enduring tones achieved through the expert application of natural dyes over 130 years ago exhibit a chromatic strength and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest late 19th century productions. The inclusion of complex ivory ground spandrels decorated with stylized geometric vines and a wide primary border featuring a rhythmic sequence of reciprocating floral rosettes creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior wool quality and distinctive technical finesse. Structural analysis indicates the use of premium hand spun local wool with a characteristically resilient pile and a firm substantial handle. The exceptional clarity of the angular outlines specifically the minute internal details of the central medallion and the precisely executed secondary protective symbols scattered throughout the field definitively distinguishes this antique masterpiece as an authentic late 19th century production. Ultimately this rug stands as a premier example of textile art representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global collectors.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 118.12 in (300 cm)Length: 161.42 in (410 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1880's
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sultanahmet, TR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7849250154802

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