Ignatios
$439.00
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Isparta, Turkey
Dimensions: 5'4" x 8'8" (165 cm x 266 cm)
All rugs have been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Product Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool pile on cotton foundation
- Dimensions: 5'4" x 8'8" (165 cm x 266 cm)
- Color palette: periwinkle blue, royal blue
- Redyed using lab-tested azo-free dyes
Curator's Notes
- A universal design feature of rugs, floral motifs appear in a variety of stylized forms from natural, abstract, to geometric
- A central medallion centerpiece design appropriated from 15th century Persian manuscript covers, now a mainstay of carpet weaving
- A wide dominant border flanked by two minor reciprocal borders
Isparta in southwest Turkey is considered one of the major rug production centers in Turkey. Turkish motifs and floral designs are common in Isparta rugs.
Material DetailsWool is the most popular fiber used in Turkish rugs because it is supple, durable, and plentiful in supply. A cotton foundation is also a popular choice, used to tie the wool knots onto. Cotton is rigid and strong, providing a firm foundation that stands the test of time.
