Description
Origin:
Turkey (Anatolian region)
Actual Dimensions: 1′ 9″ × 3′ 3″ (rounded 2×3)
Style:
Traditional prayer design
Material:
Hand-knotted wool pile on wool foundation, natural dyes with antique wash
Color Palette:
Soft beige field, muted brown and gray motifs, subtle teal blue accents
This vintage Turkish Anatolian rug highlights a classic prayer mihrab with a tall, stepped gable arch enclosing stylized floral and geometric forms in faded brown and gray on a light beige ground. The borders display repeating hooked diamonds and small protective symbols, enhanced by the antique wash for a gentle, timeworn patina.
Knotted densely in wool, this rug offers a sturdy pile with a velvety feel that handles daily footsteps well and stays flat under doors or furniture. The washing process creates subtle color variations that add depth and make maintenance easier.
Prayer rugs from Anatolia often feature symbolic arches and motifs meant to guide and safeguard, rooted in centuries of nomadic and village craftsmanship. The quiet earth tones fit seamlessly into minimalist, rustic, or layered interiors.
Perfect for narrow hallways, in front of a vanity, or as a welcoming entry piece, this rug provides understated warmth and authentic heritage in small spaces.