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Vintage Anatolian Saph Rug, Turkish Prayer Rug with Multiple Mihrabs

$2,880
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51356 Vintage Anatolian Saph Rug, Turkish Prayer Rug with Multiple Mihrabs 05’04 x 13’04. Time-softened colors and Mid-Century Modern style collide in this hand knotted vintage Anatolian Saph rug. The directional Turkish prayer rug beautifully displays​ alternating colored mihrabs patterned with tree of life motifs, Goz eyes, hooks, Ram's Horn, and scorpion protection symbols. It is enclosed with a rectilinear compartment style botanical border flanked with an inner and outer angular meander guard band. Steeped in Anatolian cultural significance and ambiguous symbolism, this vintage Saph prayer rug communicates the finer points of ancient Turkish mosque history. Balancing soft earthy colors and a compelling mihrab niche design, this vintage Anatolian saph rug is a truly wonderful piece that would enliven nearly any interior. Perfect for a hallway, stair landing, open hall or long entry, kitchen, corridor, private library, den, mudroom, study, home office, sitting room, bathroom, grand foyer and designer entryway-- or it would make a lovely accent to a great room, wine cellar, executive suite, conservatory, state room, royal suite, living room, bedroom, hotel lobby, golf locker room, billiards room, clubhouse, or long vestibule. Well-suited for a wide range of interior styles: Mid-Century Modern, Traditional, Parisian, Modern, Manor House, Contemporary, Neoclassical, English, Tudor, Arts & Crafts, English Cottage, Craftsman, Bungalow, Federal, American Colonial, Old World, Renaissance, Gothic, Rustic, Lodge, Cabin, Urban, Industrial, and Eclectic. Abrash. Hand-knotted wool. Made in Turkey. Measures: 05'04 x 13'04.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 64 in (162.56 cm)Length: 160 in (406.4 cm)
  • Style:
    Oushak (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Knotted
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1950-1959
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash.
  • Seller Location:
    Dallas, TX
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 51356 Vintage Anatolian Saph Turkish Prayer Rug 5'04 x 13'041stDibs: LU94295984153

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