Ivory Color Antique Late 19th Century Tribal Turkish Ghiordes Muslim Prayer Rug
| Stock number | 21610 |
| Size | 3 ft 3 in x 5 ft 8 in (0.99 m x 1.73 m) |
| Origin | Turkish |
| Age | Circa 1870 |
| Style | Ghiordes |
| Materials | Wool |
| Construction | Hand Knotted Pile |
| Colors | Ivory Beige Cream White |
| Pattern | Floral |
Antique Ghiordes Turkish Ivory 1870s Rug, Circa Date: 1870s. This exceptional example of Ottoman weaving tradition originates from the Ghiordes region of Western Anatolia, renowned for producing some of the finest prayer rugs. Its age, delicate execution, and remarkable preservation make it a significant addition to any collection of antique rugs. The composition is defined by a luminous, nearly pristine ivory field that provides a striking contrast to the saturated palette of the design elements. Tones of deep madder red, olive green, and ochre are used sparingly yet effectively to articulate the mihrab structure, emphasizing the rug's devotional purpose and lending it an air of quiet dignity. The central niche is framed by highly stylized floral motifs that ascend vertically, creating the traditional archway characteristic of prayer rugs.