3'3" X 6'3" Antique Anatolian Turkish Yoruk Rug [SH-021]

Collector's Notes

Antique Turkish Yoruk rug. This rug was woven in Southeastern Anatolia (the heart of the Ottoman Empire) in the second half of the 19th century. Features three archaic ivory outlined hexagonal medallions floating on a deep cochineal field, framed by a gorgeous floral border. Colors are saturated. The wool is silky soft and lustrous in most areas, and the handle is pelt-like. (Yuruk/Yoruk means "nomad" in Turkish). Decorative distressed floor rug or great wall hanging.

Age: Circa 1850-1875
Origin: Turkey (Anatolia)
Style: Yoruk, Gaziantep
Dimensions: 3'3" X 6'3"
Condition: Good condition with full pile in areas and localized areas of wear. Some foundation showing around the center medallion with two holes. Knicks to both selvages (sides).
Color Palette: 7 colors, including red, cochineal, ivory, apricot, and brown
Composition: 100% wool 
Reference: For a similar comparison, see William Eagleton's book: "An Introduction to Kurdish Rugs and Other Weavings," on page 132. Eagleton states: "White borders are the most attractive, and are the rarest of these pieces."

One-of-a-kind antique rug, handwoven and handknotted.

Carefully cleaned by hand using our proprietary technique with organic and natural supplies.