Items Similar to Pure Silk Rugs, Metallic Pictorial Turkish Rugs, Hereke Handmade Carpet
Want more images or videos?
Request additional images or videos from the seller
1 of 5
Pure Silk Rugs, Metallic Pictorial Turkish Rugs, Hereke Handmade Carpet
$7,130
£5,200
€6,064.65
CA$9,763.41
A$10,855.58
CHF 5,668.19
MX$132,138.87
NOK 72,323.58
SEK 67,763.74
DKK 45,261.60
Shipping
Retrieving quote...The 1stDibs Promise:
Authenticity Guarantee,
Money-Back Guarantee,
24-Hour Cancellation
About the Item
This Oriental rug for sale was woven in Asian Anatolia, Turkey in the historic city of Hereke. In the mid-19th century, Sultan Abdul Majid proclaimed Hereke to be the royal weaving village. The small rugs were woven there were considered the finest in the world. All examples of this woven rug used select Borsa silk which is the finest quality carpet silk. The Sultan required that all of the silk rugs woven in Hereke had to be signed with the name Hereke. These oriental rugs were regularly woven for the aristocracy in Europe, Asia, and The Middle East. The design of this luxury rugs is unique because it is an interpretation of the famous 17th century Mughal carpet from India. The Mughal carpet was exhibited in the Metropolitan Museum and was illustrated in the book called Flowers Under Foot, published by the Museum. The gold rug has 1200 knots per square inch, and the entire field is woven of silver/metallic thread. The signature of these patterned rugs (see detail photos) is written in Ottoman script and says Use Ipek, which was the premier workshops in Hereke during the 1970s.
Pure silk rugs, metallic pictorial Turkish rugs, Hereke handmade carpet.
- Dimensions:Width: 19.69 in (50 cm)Length: 32.68 in (83 cm)
- Style:Tabriz (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Metallic Thread,Natural Fiber,Organic Material,Silk,Hand-Crafted,Hand-Knotted,Hand-Woven,Vegetable Dyed,Woven
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1970s
- Condition:
- Seller Location:Wembley, GB
- Reference Number:Seller: SIR11 SF1stDibs: LU967922493142
About the Seller
5.0
Platinum Seller
Premium sellers with a 4.7+ rating and 24-hour response times
Established in 1980
1stDibs seller since 2013
503 sales on 1stDibs
Typical response time: <1 hour
Associations
International Confederation of Art and Antique Dealers' Associations
- ShippingRetrieving quote...Shipping from: Wembley, United Kingdom
- Return Policy
Authenticity Guarantee
In the unlikely event there’s an issue with an item’s authenticity, contact us within 1 year for a full refund. DetailsMoney-Back Guarantee
If your item is not as described, is damaged in transit, or does not arrive, contact us within 7 days for a full refund. Details24-Hour Cancellation
You have a 24-hour grace period in which to reconsider your purchase, with no questions asked.Vetted Professional Sellers
Our world-class sellers must adhere to strict standards for service and quality, maintaining the integrity of our listings.Price-Match Guarantee
If you find that a seller listed the same item for a lower price elsewhere, we’ll match it.Trusted Global Delivery
Our best-in-class carrier network provides specialized shipping options worldwide, including custom delivery.More From This Seller
View AllPure Silk Rugs, Metallic Pictorial Turkish Rugs, Hereke Handmade Carpet
Located in Wembley, GB
This oriental rug for sale was woven in Asian Anatolia, Turkey in the historic city of Hereke. In the mid-19th century, Sultan Abdul Majid proclaimed Hereke to be the royal weaving village. The small rugs were woven there were considered the finest in the world. All examples of this woven rug used select Borsa silk which is the finest quality carpet silk. The Sultan required that all of the silk rugs woven in Hereke had to be signed with the name Hereke. These oriental rugs were regularly woven for the aristocracy in Europe, Asia, and The Middle East. The design of this luxury rugs is unique because it is an interpretation of the famous 17th century Mughal carpet from India. The Mughal carpet was exhibited in the Metropolitan Museum and was illustrated in the book called Flowers Under Foot, published by the Museum. The gold rug has 1200 knots per square inch, and the entire field is woven of silver/metallic thread. The signature of these patterned rugs (see detail photos) is written in ottoman script and says Use Ipek, which was the premier workshops in Hereke during the 1970s.
Pure silk rugs, metallic pictorial Turkish...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Tabriz Turkish Rugs
Materials
Metallic Thread
Pure Silk Rugs, Metallic Pictorial Turkish Rugs, Hereke Handmade Carpet
Located in Wembley, GB
This oriental rug for sale was woven in Asian Anatolia, Turkey in the historic city of Hereke. In the mid-19th century, Sultan Abdul Majid proclaimed Hereke to be the royal weaving village. The small rugs were woven there were considered the finest in the world. All examples of this woven rug used select Borsa silk which is the finest quality carpet silk. The Sultan required that all of the silk rugs woven in Hereke had to be signed with the name Hereke. These oriental rugs were regularly woven for the aristocracy in Europe, Asia, and The Middle East. The design of this luxury rugs is unique because it is an interpretation of the famous 17th century Mughal carpet from India. The Mughal carpet was exhibited in the Metropolitan Museum and was illustrated in the book called Flowers Under Foot, published by the Museum. The gold rug has 1200 knots per square inch, and the entire field is woven of silver/metallic thread. The signature of these patterned rugs (see detail photos) is written in Ottoman script and says Use Ipek, which was the premier workshops in Hereke during the 1970s.
Pure silk rugs, metallic Pictorial Turkish...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Tabriz Turkish Rugs
Materials
Metallic Thread
Pure Silk Rugs, Metallic Pictorial Turkish Rugs, Hereke Handmade Carpet
Located in Wembley, GB
This oriental rug for sale was woven in Asian Anatolia, Turkey in the historic city of Hereke. In the mid-19th century, Sultan Abdul Majid proclaimed Hereke to be the royal weaving village. The small rugs were woven there were considered the finest in the world. All examples of this woven rug used select Borsa silk which is the finest quality carpet silk. The Sultan required that all of the silk rugs woven in Hereke had to be signed with the name Hereke. These oriental rugs were regularly woven for the aristocracy in Europe, Asia, and The Middle East. The design of this luxury rugs is unique because it is an interpretation of the famous 17th-century Mughal carpet from India. The Mughal carpet was exhibited in the Metropolitan Museum and was illustrated in the book called Flowers Under Foot, published by the Museum. The gold rug has 1200 knots per square inch, and the entire field is woven of silver/metallic thread. The signature of these patterned rugs (see detail photos) is written in Ottoman script and says Use Ipek, which was the premier workshops in Hereke during the 1970s.
Pure Silk Rugs, Metallic Pictorial Turkish Rugs...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Tabriz Turkish Rugs
Materials
Metallic Thread
Handmade Carpet Pure Silk Rug, Turkish Herekeh Oriental Rugs
Located in Wembley, GB
The handmade carpet manufacturing of these masterpieces luxury rugs began late the 19th century. This oriental rug was woven in Asian Anatolia, Turkey in the historic city of Hereke. In the mid-19th century, Sultan Abdul Majid proclaimed Hereke to be the royal weaving village. The silk rugs were woven there were considered the finest in the world. All examples used select Borsa silk which is the finest quality carpet silk. The Sultan required that all of the silk rugs woven in Hereke had to be signed with the name Hereke. These carpets were regularly woven for the aristocracy in Europe, Asia, and The Middle East. The design of this rug is unique because it is an interpretation of the famous 17th-century Mughal carpet from India. The Mughal carpet was exhibited in the Metropolitan Museum and was illustrated in the book called Flowers Under Foot...
Category
Vintage 1970s Turkish Other Turkish Rugs
Materials
Silk, Organic Material
Herekeh Silk Rug, Turkish Rug Oriental Kayseri, Handmade Carpet Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
The handmade carpet manufacturing of these masterpieces Turkish rugs began early the 20th century. The luxury rugs from Kayseri are known for their artistry with the pile of wool or silk. Those carpets and rugs are also often manufactured with high knot density and have varied patterns, borrowed from different areas. It is also familiar with oriental rug carpets produced entirely of silk, Silk-Ghom. Gardens, medallions or figural handmade rugs with plant and animal motifs are common. This Antique gold rug has a golden yellow border and an all-over animal and floral rug...
Category
20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Silk, Organic Material
Herekeh Silk Rug, Turkish Rug Oriental Kayseri, Handmade Carpet Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
The handmade carpet manufacturing of these masterpieces Turkish rugs began early the 20th century. The luxury rugs from Kayseri are known for their artistry with the pile of wool or silk. Those carpets and rugs are also often manufactured with high knot density and have varied patterns, borrowed from different areas. It is also familiar with oriental rug carpets produced entirely of silk, Silk-Ghom. Gardens, medallions or figural handmade rugs with plant and animal motifs are common. This Antique gold rug has a golden yellow border and an all-over animal and floral rug...
Category
20th Century Turkish Oushak Turkish Rugs
Materials
Silk, Organic Material
You May Also Like
Very Fine Turkish Silk Hereke Rug/Carpet
Located in Gainesville, VA
A stunning 100% silk Turkish Hereke rug that orignated from Turkey in the late 20th century. This piece is fully hand-knotted and is in excellent condition. Feel free to message me r...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Tabriz Turkish Rugs
Materials
Silk
Extremely Fine Persian Silk Qum Rug/Carpet
Located in Gainesville, VA
This is a Persian Silk Qum rug originated from iran. The Material is 100% silk. The Dimensions are 2’7”X 4’0” ft. Condition of the item is Excellent. Circa (Date of manufacture) 20th...
Category
20th Century Persian Tabriz Persian Rugs
Materials
Silk
Antique Hereke Silk Rug - 20th Century Turkish Hereke Silk Rug, Vintage Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
Antique Hereke Silk Rug Vintage Silk Rug
20th Century Turkish Hereke Silk Rug
This magnificent carpet is a masterpiece, every inch of which is woven with precision and care, tellin...
Category
20th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs
Materials
Silk
Pure Silk Hereke Ozipek Turkish Rug Signed
Located in Lohr, Bavaria, DE
Very fine Turkish pure silk Hereke prayer rug from the famous Ozipek workshop.
Fine Hereke Silk Rug – Ozipek Workshop Signed 101 x 76 cm (3.31 x 2.49 ft / 39.8 x 29.9 in) Late 20th Century
Origin: Hereke, Turkey
Manufacture: Ozipek (Özipek) workshop
Period: 4th quarter of the 20th century (circa 1975–1999)
Signature: Yes, signed in cartouche
Condition: Excellent, collectible condition
This exquisite Hereke silk rug, handwoven in the famous weaving town of Hereke, Turkey, is a masterclass in elegance, symmetry, and artistic finesse. Measuring 101 x 76 cm (3.31 x 2.49 ft / 39.8 x 29.9 in), it is a signed work from the renowned Ozipek (Özipek) workshop, one of the most respected names in modern Hereke silk weaving.
Historical Background – Hereke & Imperial Ties:
The town of Hereke, located near Istanbul, rose to prominence in the mid-19th century when Sultan Abdulmecid I founded the Imperial Hereke Weaving Factory in 1843. The goal was to produce the finest carpets for the Ottoman palaces, using silk, wool, and gold threads. These carpets were not only for domestic splendor but also served as diplomatic gifts.
In the late 19th century, Hereke carpets gained recognition across Europe — especially in Germany, where Kaiser Wilhelm II became an admirer. On his visits to the Ottoman Empire, the Kaiser received several Hereke rugs as official gifts and reportedly commissioned carpets for his palaces, including Neues Palais in Potsdam. This cross-cultural appreciation helped cement Hereke’s reputation as a producer of imperial-quality rugs.
Ozipek Workshop:
The Ozipek workshop (sometimes spelled Özipek), active from the mid-20th century onward, continued the Hereke tradition of ultra-fine silk weaving. They are known for their high knot density, refined drawing, and classical Ottoman-Persian motifs. Rugs from this workshop are often signed, as seen in this piece, and are highly valued by collectors.
Design & Pattern:
This Hereke silk rug features a classic central medallion surrounded by an elegant arrangement of floral motifs, birds and delicate arabesques, creating a perfect symmetry. The field is richly detailed with scrolling vines, lotus blossoms, and stylized palmettes. The border is framed by narrow guard bands with complementary floral accents, enhancing the refined structure of the composition.
This type of design reflects a synthesis of Persian Safavid influence and Ottoman decorative aesthetics, which is typical of elite Hereke production.
Dominant Colors (Pantone Approximation):
Royal Red – Pantone 7621 C (Main field and floral accents)
Champagne Gold – Pantone 7506 C (Medallion and border highlights)
Midnight Navy – Pantone 2766 C (Outlines and field contrast)
Ivory Silk – Pantone 7527 C (Background and border fill)
Technical Details:
Material: 100% natural silk (warp, weft, and pile)
Technique: Hand-knotted (double knot / Turkish knot)
Knot Density: Exceptionally fine – often 1,000,000+ knots/m² (up to 654 knots/in²)
Use: Collector's item, wall hanging, or luxury décor
Signed: Yes, within the border
This signed Hereke silk rug by Ozipek is not merely a decorative piece but a testament to imperial textile heritage, offering a tangible connection to the grandeur of the Ottoman court and its European patrons. Its fine craftsmanship, intricate design, and luxurious silk composition make it a sought-after treasure for connoisseurs of fine textiles and classical Turkish weaving.
Production method: Hand-knotted
Shape: Rectangular
Colors: brown-red, gold, beige, black
Pile height: approx. 2 – 3 mm
Knot density: per m² 1,000,000, kpsi 654 inch²
A+ export quality
Made in Hereke, Türkiye by the Özipek workshop
Usage: Tapestry, Floor Carpet
Sustainable: Yes, from natural products
Fair Trade: Yes, Label Step Fair Trade Carpets, no child labor, ecologically compatible production. We are Label Step Fair Trade Partners.
Hereke silk carpets have always been among the exquisite works of art in carpet production. Its origins go back to the Ottoman Sultan Abdülmecid I, who founded the Hereke Imperial Manufactory to produce all the textiles for his Dolmabahçe Palace on the Bosphorus. Due to the friendship between the German Empire and the Ottoman Empire, there were plenty of contacts between the oriental art of weaving and European customers. As is well known, a particularly great admirer of Hereke carpets was Kaiser Wilhelm II, who brought an impressive collection of exquisite carpets from Hereke with him in 1894.
In the 20th century Hereke has developed into the most important production site for exquisite silk carpets. Floral carpets and prayer rugs in sizes 90 x 60 cm, 120 x 80 cm, 150 x 100 cm and 200 x 130 cm are common. Larger carpets are also available, but due to their high price these are much rarer. Simple qualities in wool on cotton warp start with a knot density of approx. 300,000 knots per m², particularly fine pieces reach fineness of over 4,000,000 knots per m². A floral drawing or floral repeat is typical. Well-known weaving masters or manufacturers are Ozipek, Derin, Han Hali.
Turkish Hereke silk rugs are the most exclusive and highly priced rugs of all silk rugs...
Category
20th Century Turkish Islamic Turkish Rugs
Materials
Silk
$5,741 Sale Price
20% Off
Antique Hereke Rug - 20th Century Silk Hereke Rug, Antique Rug, Silk Rug
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
Antique Hereke Rug - 20th Century Silk Hereke Rug
This 20th-century antique Hereke rug stands out with its rich colors, intricate pattern and hand-woven craftsmanship.
Pattern and ...
Category
20th Century Turkish Turkish Rugs
Materials
Silk
Extremely Fine Turkish Silk Herekeh Rug 2'7'' x 4'0"
Located in New York, NY
Extremely Fine Turkish Silk Herekeh Rug 2'7'' x 4'0".
Category
Vintage 1970s Turkish Turkish Rugs
Materials
Silk
$7,840 Sale Price
72% Off
More Ways To Browse
Turkish Gold Thread
1970s Walnut Table
Angled Sofa
Chair-And-A-Half
Denmark Sofa Cushions
French Regency Dining Table
Used Foot Stool
Wax Seal Framed
Wooden Sculptural Chair
Writing Desks X Legs
1930 French Travel Posters
French Ormolu Desk
Murano Blue Gold
Plywood Table Vintage
Scandinavian Arts And Crafts
Sculptural Table Pedestal
Vintage Brass Bowl
Antique Coffee Can