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Kayseri Silk Rug - Mid 20th Century

$4,200
£3,174.47
€3,713.15
CA$5,963.65
A$6,067.10
CHF 3,486.24
MX$72,957.35
NOK 40,701.28
SEK 40,944.93
DKK 27,757.75

About the Item

This rare mid 20th century Turkish Kayseri silk rug highlights a powerful and rhythmic prayer composition featuring a deep, saturated madder red mihrab (prayer niche) anchored within a luminous, shimmering golden ochre field. This structural balance between the unadorned, solid colored niche framed by twin architectural columns and the densely decorated surrounding spandrels reflects the pinnacle of the Kayseri weaving tradition, which drew heavy inspiration from classical Ottoman “Palace” designs. Silk rugs of this era are world renowned for their technical finesse and their ability to translate imperial scale elegance into a refined, domestic format. The color palette is masterfully balanced, featuring a primary golden field that serves as a dramatic canvas for high contrast shifts of madder red, ivory, and moss green. These rich and enduring tones, achieved through the use of premium silk fibers over 70 years ago, exhibit a metallic luster and a saturated depth that are hallmarks of the finest mid century Central Anatolian workshop productions. The inclusion of a wide, multi layered border system anchored by a primary golden border containing a rhythmic sequence of reciprocating floral rosettes and stylized palmettes creates a precise visual frame that highlights the superior silk quality and the distinctive technical finesse of the weavers. Structural analysis indicates the use of 100% natural silk with a characteristically fine knot density and a supple, paper thin handle. The exceptional clarity of the curvilinear outlines specifically the delicate floral sprays within the ivory spandrels and the precisely executed “vine scroll” guard borders definitively distinguishes this masterpiece as an authentic mid 20th century Kayseri silk. Ultimately, this rug stands as a premier example of Turkish textile art, representing a peak in both technical endurance and graphic majesty for global silk collectors.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 47.25 in (120 cm)Length: 61.42 in (156 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Silk,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
    Turkey
  • Period:
    Mid-20th Century
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950's
  • Condition:
  • Seller Location:
    Sultanahmet, TR
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7849249023562

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