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Turkish Rugs For Sale
5.6x10.5 Ft Brown Handmade Area Rug for Modern Interiors, Vintage Turkish Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Category
20th Century Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$648 Sale Price
30% Off
Vintage Gabbeh Tribal Rug in Golden-Orange & Beige-Brown Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
A vintage 2x3 Persian Gabbeh rug in the latest additions to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960.
On the...
Category
1950s Turkish Tribal Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Beautiful New Oushak Design Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice hand knotted new rug with a beautiful design of Oushak rugs and light colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
Category
2010s Indian Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,724 Sale Price / item
20% Off
30x46 in One of a pair 1960s Handmade Scatter Rug. Turkish Accent Rug. Door Mat
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this traditional vintage hand knotted Turkish area rug, crafted from 100% premium wool. This exquisite piece captures the essence o...
Category
1960s Turkish Rustic Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$278 Sale Price
30% Off
Masculine Turkish Room Size Camel Ground Rug
Located in New York, NY
A room-size geometric Turkish kars rug from the middle of the 20th century with 6 large brown medallions on a camel-colored ground. Colors are all original and 100 % vegetable dyed.
...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Archaistic Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Bobyrug’s Beautiful Vintage Tribal Kurdish Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Nice midcentury rug with a tribal design and red and blue colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.
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"Experience the epitome of luxury and craftsmanshi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Asian Rustic Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$1,375 Sale Price
20% Off
Beni Ourain Wool Rug, Hand-Knotted Moroccan Carpet, Custom Option Avl.
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A new handmade Moroccan Berber rug made of natural un-dyed, handspun lambswool.
Soft, comfy, cozy pile.
The rug is available as seen or if requested, it can be custom produced in a...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Moroccan Scandinavian Modern Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$2,329 Sale Price / item
30% Off
Zabihi Collection Gray Antique Turkish Oushak Rug
Located in New York, NY
an early 20th Century Oushak room-size rug
Details
rug no. 10080
size 9' 3" x 13' 3" (282 x 404 cm)
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Country Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Mid-20th Century Turkish Flatweave Kilim Room Size Carpet
Located in New York, NY
This mid-20th century Turkish Flatweave Kilim rug, measuring 10' 0" x 13' 1", presents a beautifully balanced composition of vertical panels, each offering its own unique pattern and...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection 18th Century Turkish Ghiordes on Linen
Located in New York, NY
A late 18th century Antique Turkish Ghiordes rug stitched onto a canvas like Linen. This item can either be used as a wall piece or floor covering. It can be walked on too if desired...
Category
18th Century Turkish Country Antique Turkish Rugs
Materials
Jute, Cotton, Wool
Taupe 21st Century Modern Moroccan Style Wool Rug 10'10" X 16'2"
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
Introducing our exquisite handwoven wool modern Moroccan-style rug, a stunning blend of traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design. Measuring 10'10" X 16'2" , this captivating...
Category
2010s Turkish Modern Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$6,415 Sale Price
40% Off
Antique Ottoman, Gold on Blue Pillow Cases, Late 19th c.
Located in Istanbul, TR
They do not come with inserts but bags made to the size to accommodate insert materials,
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry cleaning is recommended.
Category
Late 19th Century Turkish Antique Turkish Rugs
Materials
Metallic Thread
6x9 Ft Decorative Vintage Handmade Oushak Wool Area Rug in Soft, Muted Colors
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This vintage hand knotted Turkish Oushak area rug was made in the 1960s. It has low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is sturdy, in good condition and very clean. It features elegan...
Category
1960s Turkish Oushak Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$879 Sale Price
40% Off
Ararat Rugs Gerous Bidjar Wagireh Pendant Rug Oriental Antique Revival Carpet
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
The most dramatic of the Gerous ( Garrus, Gerus, Garus ) carpets are those with an "asymmetric" design. Only a section of the original is shown, in the same way, many Lotto carpets w...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
8.3x11.5 Ft One-of-a-Kind Vintage Area Rug, Traditional Handmade Turkish Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A finely hand-knotted vintage Central Anatolian rug from 1960s. The rug has even low wool pile on cotton foundation. It is heavy and lays flat on the floor, in very good condition wi...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$1,697 Sale Price
50% Off
31x67 in Vintage Turkish Accent Rug, Unique Door Mat, Handmade Kitchen Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add a touch of timeless elegance to your home with this traditional vintage hand knotted Turkish area rug, crafted from 100% premium wool. This exquisite piece captures the essence o...
Category
1960s Turkish Rustic Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$317 Sale Price
30% Off
Zabihi Collection Peach Orange Vintage Turkish Anatolian Rug
Located in New York, NY
a Turkish Anatolian Rug from the 2nd qaurter of the 20th century
Details
rug no. 31233
size 5' 4" x 7' 3" (163 x 221 cm)
rug type Anatolian
Category
20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Zabihi Collection Oversize Vintage Scandinavian Influenced Turkish Kilim
Located in New York, NY
a one-of-a-kind cotton and wool Turkish Kilim handmade from the late 20th century
Details
rug no. 10708
size 13'1" x 15'7"
Kilims, primarily refer to a type of flat-woven rug tha...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Scandinavian Modern Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Oushak Yastik Scatter Rug, Small Accent Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
50698 Vintage Turkish Oushak Yastik Scatter Rug, Small Accent Rug 01'09 X 03'04. This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak Yastik scatter rug features an oblong stepped medallion...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$220 Sale Price
20% Off
Turkish Oushak Rug 8'5" x 10'5" #16547
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug 8'5" x 10'5" #16547 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces at , where elegance meets functionality. Elevate your spa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,320 Sale Price
40% Off
5.3x8.5 Ft Vintage Milas (Melas) Rug, Soft Earthy Colors, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
Category
1960s Turkish Country Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,188 Sale Price
30% Off
Zabihi Collection Vintage Turkish Camel Donkey Rug
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century colorful worn Turkish rug depicting camel and donkeys on an ivory ground.
Size: 2'5'' x 3'11''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Folk Art Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Ararat Rugs Mamluk Wagireh Rug with Leaf Lattice Design Door Mat Entrance Carpet
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
The design source of the carpet comes from the book Völker, Angela, Die orientalischen Knüpfteppiche das MAK, Vienna: Böhlau, 2001: 42–5. That rug with the central star was designed ...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Ararat Rugs Mamluk Wagireh Rug Yastik Size Door Mat Entrance Carpet Natural Dye
By Ararat Rugs
Located in Tokyo, JP
The design source of the rug comes from the book Völker, Angela, Die Orientalischen Knüpfteppiche das MAK, Vienna: Böhlau, 2001: 42–5. The rug with the central star was designed in t...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Revival Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Brown & Pink Handwoven Wool Vintage Turkish Oushak Runner 3'11" x 8'
By Asian Modern
Located in Houston, TX
This exquisite vintage Turkish Oushak rug is a stunning example of traditional craftsmanship and timeless beauty. Hand-knotted from premium wool fibers, this rug features intricate p...
Category
2010s Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,536 Sale Price
40% Off
Vintage Turkish Kars Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Large Pillow made from a vintage Turkish Kars Rug
Measures: 15'' x 19''.
Category
Mid-20th Century Persian Bohemian Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
6.3x10.2 Ft One of a kind Handmade Beige Rug, Vintage Sun Faded Turkish Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
Category
1960s Turkish Country Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$1,325 Sale Price
30% Off
Zabihi Collection Vintage Inspired Striped Turkish Konya Square Rug
Located in New York, NY
Description
Colorful Striped Vintage Inspired late 20th century Turkish Konya Rug
Details
rug no. j3984
size 6' x 7' 3" (183 x 221 cm)
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Bohemian Turkish Rugs
Materials
Angora
Oriental Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Mini Rug 1'9" x 3'3" #8674
Located in Houston, TX
Oriental Hand Knotted Vintage Turkish Mini Rug 1'9" x 3'3" #8674 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces, where elegance meets functiona...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$149 Sale Price
80% Off
Rainbow Stripe Color Turkish Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th century hand knotted one of a kind Turkish Kilim with a brightly colored striped design.
Measures: 5'3" x 13'5".
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Country Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
3.8x6.7 Ft One of a pair Vintage Handmade Turkish Accent Rug with Floral Design
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our sun-faded rugs are all one-of-a-kind, hand-knotted, 50-70 year-old vintage pieces. They each boast their own singular handmade aesthetic drawn from the centuries-old Turkish rug-...
Category
1960s Turkish Country Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Colllection Botanical Vintage Turkish Carpet
Located in New York, NY
A mid 20th Century Turkish Anatolian Rug with a jewel-toned colorful floral design resembling rugs from the Persian Bakhtiari V...
Category
Mid-20th Century Agra Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Arts & Crafts Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53080, vintage Turkish Oushak rug with Arts & Crafts style. Imbued with architectural elements of naturalistic forms in earthy-inspired colors, this hand knotted wool vintage Turkish...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,999 Sale Price
20% Off
8x9.5 Ft Antique Turkish Oushak Rug, Rare Size, 100% Wool, Circa 1920
Located in Spring Valley, NY
An antique Oushak rug from the first half of the 20th century with a rare square size of 8x9.5 ft. It rug has medium wool pile on wool foundation, is in good condition, very clean an...
Category
1920s Turkish Oushak Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$2,939 Sale Price
40% Off
Vintage Turkish Oushak Wool Rug Pillow Cover
Located in Dallas, TX
53632 Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug Pillow Cover, 01'05 x 01'05. This vintage Turkish Oushak rug pillow cover embodies the rich history and meticulous craftsmanship of traditional Anato...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$63 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Turkish Silk Tree of Life Carpet with Garden of Paradise
Located in Dallas, TX
78777 Vintage Turkish Silk Kayseri Tree of Life Prayer Rug, 02'09 x 04'02. In the enchanting realm of Turkish craftsmanship, the Kayseri Tree of Life rugs emerge as radiant treasures...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Tabriz Turkish Rugs
Materials
Silk
$2,800 Sale Price
20% Off
Narrow Turkish Runner
Located in New York, NY
A lovely turkish runner from the middle of the 20th century with a floral motif on a teal ground
Measures: 1'11''x 11'4''.
Category
20th Century Turkish Mid-Century Modern Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,000
29"x44" New HandKnotted Turkish Tulu Rug. Hight Quality Carpet Made of Soft Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A hand knotted contemporary tulu rug made of natural un-dyed, hand-spun sheep wool.
The rug is available as seen or if requested, it can be cus...
Category
2010s Turkish Tulu Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$227 Sale Price
40% Off
9.2x15 Ft Vintage Hand-Woven Turkish Large Kilim, Striped Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
These authentic flat-weaves (Kilims) from Eastern Turkey were handwoven by Nomads around 1970s to be used as floor coverings in their tents. They were made to use for everyday life r...
Category
20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Goat Hair, Cotton
$1,575 Sale Price
50% Off
New Grayish-Blue Oushak Square Area Rug with Modern Style
Located in Dallas, TX
31059 Modern Gray Square Oushak Rug, 08'10 x 08'09. This enchanting hand-knotted wool Oushak rug features a modern twist on traditional design, bringing an elegant touch to any space...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Indian Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,368 Sale Price
20% Off
Balkan Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Balkan Kilim rug. An old Kilim rug in large format from the Balkan Peninsula (Serbia-Bulgaria region), in characteristic colors, featuring a somewhat unusual design.
Category
1950s Serbian Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,960 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Zeki Müren Rug in Polychromatic Geometric Patterns by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 5x8 rug is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Mid-Century Pasha Collection. This line is a commemoration, with rare curations we believe...
Category
1960s Turkish Art Deco Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Oushak Rug with Rustic Spanish Revival Style
Located in Dallas, TX
53179, vintage Turkish Oushak rug with Rustic Spanish Revival style. This hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Oushak rug features two columns of oc...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,503 Sale Price
20% Off
Vintage Gabbeh Tribal Rug in Beige-Brown Animal Pictorial Pattern by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 3x5 Gabbeh Persian rug is from the latest entries in Rug & Kilim’s rare tribal curations. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960.
On the Design:
This tribal provenan...
Category
1950s Turkish Tribal Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Old Kayseri Kilim Central Anatolian Rug Turkish Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a Central Anatolian Old Kilim from the Kayseri region with a rare and beautiful color composition.
The earliest recorded occupation of Kayseri dates back to Hellenistic ti...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Natural Fiber
$1,280 Sale Price
20% Off
Turkish Vintage Anatolian Rug 5' x 6'1" #7039
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Vintage Anatolian Rug 5' x 6'1" #7039 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces at , where elegance meets functionality. Elevate y...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$1,470 Sale Price
40% Off
Orange and Blue Antique Turkish Oushak Wool Rug Handmade From the 1880s
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Turkish Oushak rug is truly one-of-a-kind. It has been expertly hand-knotted using premium-quality wool and boasts a stunning orange field. The rug is framed with a bold blue bo...
Category
Late 19th Century Turkish Oushak Antique Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Gabbeh Tribal Rug in Brown with Red, Green & Gray Borders by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
A vintage 4x5 Persian Gabbeh rug in the latest entry to Rug & Kilim’s curation of rare tribal pieces. Hand-knotted in wool circa 1950-1960.
On the Design:
This piece emanates a...
Category
1950s Turkish Tribal Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
5.3x9 Ft Plain Black Color Over-Dyed Area Rug, Handknotted in Turkey
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Category
1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$656 Sale Price
30% Off
19th Century, Eastern Anatolian Probably Elazig Long Kilim Runner in Wool
Located in Istanbul, TR
An antique Kilim in rather good condition and all natural colors.
Category
19th Century Turkish Kilim Antique Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Antique Persian Heriz Serapi Rug Neutral Geometric Antique Heriz
Located in New York, NY
Rare antique Heriz Serapi Neutral rug geometric 9x12 rug
9' x 12'5"
275cm x 378cm
circa 1920
"This is a magnificent antique antique Heriz Serapi. This piece incorporates an incr...
Category
1910s Persian Heriz Serapi Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$7,900 Sale Price
20% Off
Keivan Woven Arts, Turkish Tulu Rug with Bright Color Palette
Located in Atlanta, GA
Keivan Woven Arts Turkish Tulu Rug with Bright Color Palette and Modern Abstract Design.
Measures: 8'10 x 12'1.
Turkish Tulu rug with vivid color palette and all-over modern design,...
Category
2010s Turkish Tulu Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$4,536 Sale Price
30% Off
6x8.2 Ft Chinese Art Deco Inspired Vintage Handmade Area Rug in Dark Blue Color
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Infuse your home with the timeless beauty of this traditional vintage handmade Turkish rug, a hand-knotted masterpiece crafted from a luxurious blend of wool and cotton. Woven by ski...
Category
1960s Turkish Art Deco Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$936 Sale Price
30% Off
5x8.8 Ft Modern Anti-bacterial Area Rug in Purple, Hand-Made in Turkey
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Our over-dyed rugs are all hand-knotted vintage pieces that are recreated in our workshop to cater to a wider range of interior design choices from modern to coastal, from industrial...
Category
1960s Turkish Modern Vintage Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
$613 Sale Price
30% Off
Nice Vintage fine Turkish Hereke Rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful late 20th century Turkish rug with a beautiful floral "Mille Fleurs" design and nice colors with blue, red, green, orange , yellow and dark blue, entirely and finely hand k...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Tabriz Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Zabihi Collection Geometric Room Square Size Turkish Rug
Located in New York, NY
mid 20th century Turkish Kars in pale colors with pops of pink
Details
rug no. j2232
size 9' 7" x 10' (292 x 305 cm)
Kars is a village located in Northeast of Turkey. The weavers i...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Tribal Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Turkish Oushak Rug 8'1" x 9'10" #16053
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug 8'1" x 9'10" #16053 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces at , where elegance meets functionality. Elevate your spa...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$3,900 Sale Price
40% Off
Oriental Handmade Rug 2'1" x 3'5" #9028
Located in Houston, TX
Oriental Handmade Rug 2'1" x 3'5" #9028 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces at , where elegance meets functionality. Elevate your sp...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$372 Sale Price
40% Off
Turkish Oushak Rug 11'10" x 15'6" #17226
Located in Houston, TX
Turkish Oushak Rug 11'10" x 15'6" #17226 Explore a curated collection of hallway runners, wool rugs, and handmade masterpieces at , where elegance meets functionality. Elevate your s...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
$9,000 Sale Price
40% Off
Yellow Turkish Oushak Lumbar Rug Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an antique Turkish Oushak rug with cotton back and zipper closure included.
Category
20th Century Futurist Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Foam
Antique and Vintage Turkish Rugs for Sale on 1stDibs: Shop Authentic Oushak Rugs, Bergama Carpets and Other Turkish Rugs
Antique and vintage Turkish rugs, with their ruby reds and misted blues, their entwined botanical designs and rhythmic geometries, are as beloved today as they were in the 13th century, when the Turks of the Seljuk Empire began weaving these vibrant carpets in Anatolia.
A Turkish rug is simply one made in Turkey or the former Ottoman empire, employing the region’s unique traditional methods and weaves. Varieties range from flat-woven kilims to lush knotted rugs, known as hali, many of which are created with Ghiordes, or Turkish, knots. Whereas in other knots, the weft (crosswise) yarn is wrapped around one warp (lengthwise) yarn, in Ghiordes knots, it is wrapped around two, imparting lushness and durability. In addition to knotting techniques, Turkish rugs differ in their motifs — naturalistic or stylized, geometric or figurative — which often reflect the region where they were made.
The main types of Turkish rugs, as Milan-based carpet dealer Alfredo Levi explains it, are kilim, typified by a plain slit-tapestry weave, which leaves a gap, or slit, between sections woven with different yarns in different colors; sumak, made with weft wrapping, for a sturdier flat-woven carpet; and cicim, which he describes as “a type of sumak with extra brocade techniques typical of the tribes and villages of central Anatolia.
Within each type, there are various regional styles. Among these are Bergama carpets, characterized by bright reds and strong medallions; thick-piled Tulu rugs; and Konya rugs, which Marco Polo is said to have called “the most beautiful in the world.” With their strong tribal motifs and hot-red wefts of especially luxurious wool, Konya carpets are especially prized by collectors.
Also treasured are Oushak (or Ushak) rugs, with their complex, intricate designs and warm earth tones of saffron, cinnamon, blue, ivory and gold; and Hereke carpets, originally created exclusively for Ottoman sultans, using the finest silk. For Jason Nazmiyal, of New York carpet dealer Nazmiyal Antique Rugs, “a good Turkish rug is when the colors are harmonious.” This is true of both modern and antique Turkish rugs, but the hues have changed over the centuries, thanks to both technology and changes in culture and taste.
Patterns, too, have evolved. Although many weavers continue to produce traditional designs, others reinterpret their cultural heritage in contemporary terms, with bolder ornamentation and more geometric motifs. Contemporary Turkish rugs also are seldom made by hand and often incorporate synthetics into the weave, for cost-effectiveness and a durability suited to 21st-century life.
Find antique and vintage Turkish rugs for your home on 1stDibs. At The Study, read about how to take care of your antique or vintage rug as well as how to choose the right rug for your space.
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