Description
Origin:
Turkey (Anatolian region)
Actual Dimensions: 1′ 9″ × 3′ 9″ (rounded 2×4)
Style:
Traditional prayer design with tree motif
Material:
Hand-knotted wool pile on wool foundation, natural dyes with antique wash
Color Palette:
Light beige field, brown and charcoal tree forms, muted gray-blue accents, soft ivory highlights
This vintage Turkish Anatolian runner features a tall prayer mihrab filled with stylized cypress trees in brown and charcoal rising toward a peaked arch, set on a pale beige ground with subtle geometric fillers. The borders show repeating tribal motifs in gray and brown, creating a balanced frame around the central design.
The dense wool knotting gives this piece a firm, even pile that withstands regular footsteps while keeping a soft touch. The antique wash tones down the colors for a natural, worn appearance that blends easily with many floor types.
Common in Anatolian weaving, the tree motifs often symbolize eternity and protection in prayer rugs, passed down through village traditions. The elongated shape suits narrower spaces without feeling cramped.
This runner works well in hallways, alongside beds, or in front of doorways, bringing quiet texture and cultural depth to everyday areas.