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Antique Melas Turkish Prayer Rug

$2,530
£1,931.86
€2,199.49
CA$3,552.52
A$3,883.60
CHF 2,054.60
MX$46,473.51
NOK 26,141.82
SEK 23,930.19
DKK 16,428.84

About the Item

This is admittedly a collector’s piece, for a connoisseur. Melas rugs became known and appreciated in Europe as early as 1700, though its history of weaving goes back at least several centuries prior. Earlier pieces such as this ( as opposed to late 19th century examples ) when very rarely seen show wider outer borders, and a somewhat less formal appearance, revealing tribal influences. The inner field has been the subject of an inferior repair which can be fully restored by arrangement, in Istanbul, by experts for a fairly modest additional cost. Those interested in this important piece ought to consult the definitive Encyclopedia of Antique Carpets ( Moheban ) vol 2 page 380 for indications of pricing for later, and excellent, though less important examples.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 37.41 in (95 cm)Length: 54.73 in (139 cm)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Wool,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1800 or earlier
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use.
  • Seller Location:
    WYNNUM, AU
  • Reference Number:
    1stDibs: LU7409239634662

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