Framed Hand-Knotted Turkish Saph Prayer Rug
Item Details
A framed Turkish saph prayer rug. This hand-knotted silk rug features a multi-niche design incorporating mihrabs, mosque lamps, pillars and floral elements in a palette of terracotta, cream, lavender, powder blue, blush and crimson. Framing the five mihrab panels are compound floral borders and barber-pole stripes over ivory, powder blue and cream, with an avocado-colored outer guard border. Selvedges are double overcast, ends finishing with mesh skirts and ivory warp fringe. The rug is presented under glass over blush and pale blue double matting with gilded trim. Its frame is made of gilded wood. A wire is attached to the reverse for hanging.
Type | Accent Rug |
Manufacturing Process | Handmade |
Origin | Turkey |
Period | Vintage |
Dimensions
- measurement of the frame; weaving measures 24" W x 16.25" H.
Item #
18CHI105-037