Continental Europe - Turkish Rugs

Beautiful late 19th century Turkish ottoman embroidery with nice design and green field color, entirely hand embroidered with golden metal on silk foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the ep...

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Beautiful mid century Moroccan rug from Rabat, with beautiful geometrical design and nice colors with a pink field color, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation. ...

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Nice Transylvanian 20th century rug with beautiful patterns and blue field colors, very decorative, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundations. ✨✨✨ "Experience the...

Beautiful mid century tabriz rug with nice design and beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Exper...

Beautiful late 20th century Hereke rug with nice floral and central medallion design and beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.

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...

Nice vintage Kilim with beautiful geometrical design and nice colors, entirely hand woven with wool on cotton foundation.

Nice hand knotted new rug with a beautiful design of Oushak rugs and light colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation.

This striking vintage Kilim rug, handwoven around the 1970s, features a bold and timeless design in classic white and black tones. With its modern geometric patterns, this rug is an ...

Handmade antique prayer Turkish kilim in bright shades. The rug is from the beginning of 20th century in original good condition. -condition: original good, -circa: 1900s, -...

Exquisite late 20th-century Tunisian rug featuring a captivating geometric design and vibrant colors including red, blue, green, and purple. This masterpie...

Discover the timeless elegance of the Nice Durhi Indian Kilim rug from the mid-20th century. Adorned with a captivating geometrical design and vibrant colors, including shades of blu...

Hereke carpet hand-knotted in silk and with 24 kt gold threads, never used, 1980s Depicted "The Tree of Life". Excellent condition. Measures 175 cm x 112.5 cm. Hereke is a coastal ci...

Nice mid-20th century Kurdish rug with beautiful tribal design and red field, pink, yellow, blue and black color, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. Some we...

Very beautiful midcentury rug with nice floral decorative design and beautiful pink field color, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epi...

This exquisitely crafted Hereke rug, measuring a delicate 30 × 19 cm (0' 11" × 0' 7"), is a miniature masterpiece that beautifully depicts Leonardo da Vinci's iconic "The Last Supper...

Beautiful early 20th century rug with a beautiful design with a central medallion and natural colors with blue, red and yellow, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton found...

Nice Hamadan rug with beautiful geometrical tribal design and beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury an...

Very fine turkish pure silk Hereke prayer rug from the famous Ozipek workshop. Unusual geometric design gives this masterpiece a rarely seen look.

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This is a silk- and metal-thread kum kapi prayer rug. It features a head design woven by Zareh Penyamin and bears the calligraphic signature mark of his in the metal thread at the ba...

This Turkish Kula prayer rug, measuring 129 x 202 cm, is an exquisite example of traditional Anatolian craftsmanship. Featuring a central field with a deep blue prayer niche, it is a...

Experience the elegance and craftsmanship of this Handmade Vintage Turkish Hereke Silk Rug. This rug was made in the 1970s, using high-quality silk material that is smooth and luxuri...

Exquisite early 20th-century Turkish rug, boasting a stunning decorative design with vibrant colors including red, blue, yellow, green, and pink. This hand-knotted masterpiece featur...

This is a silk souf Hereke with metal threads woven in Turkey during the fourth quarter of the 20th century and measures 157 x 98 cm in size. This rug has a ...

Handmade vintage Turkish Hereke rug made in natural silk and prayer design. The rug is from the middle of 20th century in original good condition. -Condition: original good, -c...

Small Turkish kilim with "cicim" embroidery. To put wherever You want: on the floor, on the table, on an armchair, on the wall like a tapestry because it's really enjoyable and perf...

Pretty small distressed Turkish rug with nice geometrical design and beautiful colours, entirely hand knotted with wool on cotton foundation Wears ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of l...

Pretty mid century Turkish Hereke rug with a design of Chinese rugs and beautiful colors with blue field, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨...

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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...

Flat weave Kelim carpet from the 2000s by unknown designer. Main colours are Brown, pink and beige. The pattern consists of a brown frame and diffrent shapes in blue, pink, green and...

Exquisite late 19th-century rug featuring a captivating floral and central medallion design. Beautiful natural colors, including dark blue, yellow, blue, and red, meticulously hand-k...

Nice midcentury rug with a tribal design and red and blue colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome of luxury and craftsmanshi...

Very beautiful late 20th century Hereke style silk and gold rug with a mihrab prayer design and light colors with red and yellow, entirely hand knotted w...

N° 698 - Kilim Sivas handmade in Turkey in 19th century High quality, beautiful graphics and remarkable finesse. Perfect state of preservation. Measures: 135 x 110 cm.      

Nice vintage Turkish Kayseri rug with a beautiful mihrab design and nice colours with a green field with blue, orange and pink in design, entirely hand knotted with silk on cotton fo...

Very beautiful mid century Azerbaïdjan rug with beautiful geometrical Caucasian design and nice colors, entirely and finely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "...

Handmade vintage Turkish Yastik rug in bright red color. The rug is in original good condition from the mid-20th century. - Condition: original good, - circa 1960s, - Size: ...

Antique Turkish Konya rug in bright red shade. Yellow corners are decorated in traditional ornaments of azure color. The rug made out of wool. It has som...

Beautiful mid-20th century large rug with a nice decorative design and a part yellow field and a little second part with a red color field, very decorative,...

This wonderful niche carpet comes from Avunya, northwest Anatolia in the province of Bergama. It has the typical attributes of these rare carpets. The harmonious balance of the desig...

Beautiful early 20th century Turkish rug with a decorative design and green and pink salmon colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the ...

Nice antique Turkish Anatolian prayer rug, 19th century with beautiful natural colors and a Mihrab design, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience...

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A Turkish Azeri rug in Heriz style Palace size 20 x 16 ft - 600 x 490 cm Bakhshaish design. Size: 20 x 16 ft / 600 x 490 cm. Construction: Hand-kn...

This beautiful rug comes from western Turkey. The rug originates in the town of Hereke - also known for its fine silk rugs. It is of wonderful quality with a fine luster and vibrant...

Pretty late 19th century tabriz rug with beautiful geometrical design and nice natural colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on cotton foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epito...

214 - 19th century horse saddle rug.

Beautiful late 20th century Turkish Konya rug, wool velvet on wool foundation.

Beautiful mid century Turkish rug with nice geometrical Caucasian design and beautiful colors, entirely hand knotted with wool velvet on wool foundation. ✨✨✨ "Experience the epitome...

Important contemporary production carpet made entirely by hand in Turkey, which is inspired by the famous "Mamluk" carpets. Mamluks are called Egyptian-made carpets, probably from Ca...

Nice mid century Turkish Anatolian Kilim with beautiful tribal and geometrical design and nice colours with a purple field color and a grey and black médaillons and in the borders, e...

Enhance your living space with this Handmade Vintage Afghan Baluch Prayer Rug. This captivating piece, originating from Afghanistan and crafted in the 1960s, boasts a timeless appeal...

Very beautiful midcentury long Kilim, with a geometrical design and nice colors with red, blue, yellow, pink and purple, entirely handwoven with wool on cotton. ✨✨✨ "Experience the ...