Anatolian Hand-Knotted Wool Rug with Floral Border, Turkey - 20th Century

Description

Hand-knotted wool rug from Anatolia, Turkey, dating to the 20th century. The composition features an expansive central field in muted salmon and warm peach tones, enclosed by a broad border in soft beige and pale gold. Delicate floral motifs, including scrolling vines, small blossoms and leaves in lavender, dusty pink and pale green, decorate the corners and sides. A narrow geometric band separates the central field from the surrounding ornamentation.

The largely uninterrupted central field allows the subtle tonal variations and texture of the wool to become prominent features of the design. The contrast between the restrained interior and the finely detailed floral border creates a balanced composition, combining traditional Anatolian ornamentation with an understated decorative character.

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