Antique Turkish Karapinar Village Rug

Antique West Anatolian rug from the small village of Dazkiri which lies on the road from Denizli to Sparta. The rug is of a design unique to this village, with the small central meda...

Central Anatolian Konya region rug, recent copy of 19th century design Recent production An interesting example of current production from the village of Sultanhani, a copy of a 19t...

Stunning early 20th century Turkish Karapinar runner with rich colors. Antique Turkish Karapinar rugs are very rare and are among the more intriguing examples, boasting a very distinct set of design preferences that makes them reminiscent of Caucasian rugs and carpets. In the Turkish language, the term “Karapinar” means “black spring.” While this might suggest a style that is characterized by dark colors and themes, antique Karapinar rugs and carpets are generally characterized by bright and bold colors. They were woven in southern Anatolia, an area in Turkey with a rich and vibrant history in the arts – especially the weaving arts...

19th Century Central Anatolian Konya Karapınar Rug Size 100 x 160 cm (3,28 x 5,24 ft) Karapinar is a village in south-central Anatolia. The name means “black spring,” but the carpet...