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Due to its vintage nature, there will be signs of aging, which isn't considered flaw but character
These rugs are vintage so some rugs may show slight imperfections but I do my best to picture the quality and color scheme of all my rugs.


All of our rugs are old, antique or vintage. They are all professionally cleaned and if needed repaired.

One of a kind, Genuine Rug

Due to its vintage nature, there will be signs of aging, which isn't considered flaw but character

These rugs are vintage so some rugs may show slight imperfections but I do my best to picture the quality and color scheme of all my rugs.

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SIZE IN FEET: 3' 2'' X 1' 3''


SIZE IN CENTIMETERS: 98 X 41


SIZE IN INCHES: 39 X 16



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Turkish Carpets


Various Well-Known Anatolian Rugs
There are different types of rugs produced in Turkey and they are classified according to the materials used:

Silk hotsell on silk
Wool on cotton
Wool on wool
Viscose on cotton
Kilims
Tulu


Anatolian Turkish Rugs


At present, it is impossible to prove exactly when and where rug weaving began, as there is no
reliable source, but it can be traced back as early the Neolithic age (7000 B.C.). The first examples consisting of warp and weft were textile products which resembled flat weave kilims. Then rugs were created by forming knots to make a pile. According to scientist, rug weaving must have originated in the dry steppe regions where the nomadic tribes lived. Central Asia was a suitable location for the first rug-weaving center because of the availability of land for herding sheep and because of the climate of the region.

Rugs have been used in the home as floor coverings, blankets, tablecloths and decorations. They acquire value as they are used, whereas most objects decrease in value over time.

The oldest example known in the history of hand-make rugs is the one which is exhibited in the St. Petersburg Hermitage Museum in Russia. This fantastic Altai rug was discovered by the Russian archaeologist Sergei Rudenko in the year 1949 and is known as the "Pazirik Rug", woven around the 3rd century B.C. The majority of experts believe that there is a link between ancient Turkish culture and this particular rug; they also believe that the other items found in the Pazirik Tumulus have some connection to Turkish civilization.

Nomadic rugRug weaving in Anatolia first began with the arrival of the Turkish tribes from Central Asia, who settled in this region. Therefore, Anatolian rugs form a branch of ethnic Turkish rugs. Some of the oldest examples known are the eighteen surviving pieces woven by the Selcuk Turks in the 13th century. The motifs in these pieces represented in stylized floral and geometrical patterns in several basic colors and were woven in Sivas, Kayseri and Konya.

The art of rug weaving which began with the Selcuks continued with the Ottoman Turks. After the Selcuk Turks and before the Ottomans, during the transition period in the 14th century, animal figures began to appear on the rugs. Although very few of these exist today, they can be seen in the paintings of famous Italian, French and Dutch painters. Due to the animal figures on these rugs, they are called as "Rugs with Animals".

By the 15th century there was a wider variety of animal motifs on the rugs. A new group of rugs with a combination of animal motifs and geometrical patterns appeared around this time. These rugs were called "Holbein Rugs" since they appear in paintings by the German artist Hans Holbein. As there are no surviving examples of these rugs today, all research is carried out from the paintings. The works of artists such as Lotto, Memling, Carlo Crivelli, Rafaellino de Gardo, B.Van Orley, Carpaccio, Jaume Huguet were also important sources of research. In this century, Bergama and Usak became important weaving centers in western Anatolia.

The 16th century was the beginning of the second successful period of Anatolian rug-weaving. The rugs from this period are called "Classical Ottoman Rugs". The reason these rugs are called "Palace rugs" is that the design and colors would have been determined by the palace artists and then sent to the weaving centers. this method was similar to that used in the ceramic tile production of that period.

The designs, which consisted of twisting branches, leaves and flowers such as tulips, carnations and hyacinths, are woven in a naturalistic style and establish the basic composition of the rug. This style was continued in other regions and can be seen in Turkish rugs today.

In the 16th, 17th and 18th century, Gördes, Kula, Milas, Ladik, Mucur, Kirsehir, Bandirma and Canakkale gained importance as rug-weaving centers, along with Usak and Bergama. The rugs woven in some of these areas are known as "Transylvanian Rugs" because they were found in churches in Transylvania.

In the beginning of the 19th and 20th centuries, the rugs woven in Hereke (nearby Istanbul) gained worldwide recognition. These rugs were originally woven only for the Sultans of the Ottoman Empire. The finest silk rugs in the world are still being woven in Hereke today.

We can identify the rugs woven in different regions as town or village rugs. The rugs woven in the agricultural areas of Anatolia owe their origins to the settlers or nomadic cultures. In Europe, these rugs (which are woven with wool on wool) are generally called "Anatolian Rugs" In towns where people have settled permanently, the rugs are woven with a wool on cotton combination.

Today in Turkey there are regions which keep this wonderful tradition alive; such rugs are woven in Konya, Kayseri, Sivas, Hereke, Yagcioglu, Kula, Dösemealti, Taspinar, Isparta, Milas, Bergama, Canakkale, Kars, Usak, Gordes, Fethiye and Yahyali.

The Craft of Weaving Rugs
A rug is a handicraft which consist of two parts; the skeleton of the rug, which is formed by vertical and horizontal threads called "warps" and "wefts" and the part which resembles a picture and is like velvet, which is called the "pile" of the rug, made by knotting different colors of thread. In order to form motifs, there are two knotting techniques:

Turkish double knot Symmetrical knotting, double or Turkish knotting. Each knot is made on two warps. In this form of knotting, each end of the pile thread is wrapped all the way around the two warps, pulled down and cut.
Non-symmetrical or single (Persian) knotting. While one end of the thread is wrapped all the way around the warp, the other end goes just beside the other warp. Then both ends are pulled down and cut.
Persian single knotThe steps for weaving a carpet are written below:

The weaving is started from the bottom of the loom. First the kilim part (flat woven part) is woven at the lower edge.
The weaver then takes a piece of wool which corresponds with the pattern and forms a knot on two warps.
Then she cuts the surplus wool with a knife.
After one row of knotting is completed, she then passes a weft thread in between the front and back warps. The weft threads are used to strengthen the weaves of the carpet.
Then she will take the "kirkit" (a heavy comb like tool) and vigorously beat down the row of knots and weft, in order to obtain the desired tightness and to make the knots and weft compact.
Following this step, with a pair of adjustable scissors she cuts the surplus colored threads to obtain a uniform level of pile thickness.
This process is continued until the carpet is complete.
Dyes
There are two types of dyes which are used to dye wool for weaving: vegetable dyes and chemical dyes. Rugs which are made using natural dyes are the most preferred. The natural dyes are obtained from three sources: plants; animals; and minerals. Plant sources are used most widely in rug production. Some of the examples of colors obtained from plants and animal sources are: red (RUBIA TINTORIA); yellow (GENISTA TINTORIA); navy blue (ISOTIS TINCTORIA and INDIGO FERETINTORIA); gray and black (OVER LUS); brown (JUNGLAND REGIA); and red (DACHYLOPIUS COCUS). Dyeing threads by using sources from nature is an art which has been practiced since ancient times. Anatolia has a large variety of plants available for dyeing purposes and this is where the craft of dyeing has been improved throughout centuries of experience. Plants gathered from natural sources are still widely used today.

Motifs
There are many different types of motifs and emblems which can be seen on the rugs. These are classified into two groups:

Geometrical or Stylized Motifs
Naturalistic and Floral Designs
The motif on the rugs represent Anatolia and Central Asia and their civilizations. These compositions, motifs, and designs represent the origins and culture of a society; therefore, a rug can be considered a cultural item. Each of the designs is meaningful, not an accidental drawing. To understand the meaning of every motif would be a very long and tiring process, as there are so many of them which have accumulated throughout the centuries. The motifs on the rugs represent Anatolia, Central Asia and their civilizations. Some of the most common motifs on rugs are the TREE OF LIFE symbolizing long life and re-birth; the HORNS OF ANIMALS which symbolize power; HANDS ON HIPS symbolizing female fertility and the mother of God; and the HANGING CANDLE symbolizing the holy (eternal) light.


RUG CARE AND CLEANING FOR HAND-KNOTTED RUGS


Never use bleach or foor polishers on the rugs.
Spot cleaning when spills happen:
• Act Fast
• BLOT – NEVER RUB
• Clean stain – Edge to Center
• Do Not SOAK
• Pat and Fan Dry
• Brush Pile with a soft brush
If food or liquids spill onto a carpet, blot up the spill as soon as possible. Use only club soda
and a clean white towel to soak up the spill. Do not soak the stain. Don't rub, as this will
spread the stain. Work the stain from the outer edge to the center. Dry with a fan or hand
blow dryer, preferably on a low heat setting. Finally, to restore the pile, brush it with a soft
brush. On old and stubborn stains, repeat the process until the stain is completely removed.
Cornstarch can be used to soak up liquid after cleaning. Sprinkle a thin (1/8”) layer of
cornstarch on rug and let it dry for 24 – 48 hours. Vacuum and whisk away excess.
Spills such as mustard, blood and mud should be allowed to dry and then scraped off.
Failure to dry the carpet properly can cause mold, mildew and dry rot with signifcant
damage.
Special Stains:
Chewing Gum – Press ice cubes against spot until it becomes brittle and breaks off. Use spot
remover to vanish last traces. Saturate the spot with a cloth soaked in vinegar or alcohol.
Candle Wax – Place a brown paper bag over the spot. Place a hot iron over the paper bag.
Move iron constantly. Wait a few minutes until the wax is absorbed. Repeat if necessary.
Ink from ballpoint pen – Saturate the spot with hairspray. Allow to dry. Blot lightly with
vinegar and water solution.
Deep cleaning:
Periodically, every 2 to 3 years, the hand-knotted rug should be cleaned by a professional in a
full immersion wet bath and it will be refreshed and look like new. Hand-knotted rugs can
be wet-cleaned in this fashion as opposed to hand-tufted rugs that can only be spot cleaned.
Moths: Regular maintenance is the best way to keep your wool rugs from being damaged by
moths. Periodic cleaning, moth proofng and rotating rugs are a good way to prevent moth
larva from taking hold and damaging your fne rugs. When inspecting rugs for moth activity,
remember that most moth damage is to the back of a rug where moths are least likely to be
disturbed. So examine the back of the rug along its perimeter and look for moths, moth larvae
or the casing or webbing they leave behind.
Fading in Sunlight: Colors fade unevenly and wool and cotton dry out and become brittle. A
good rug can be faded in a month or less. When colors are softer or lighter on the pile side of
the rug than they are on the back, it means that fading is occurring. You can eliminate or
prevent the problem by keeping the curtains closed or by having your windows
professionally coated with mylar (an invisible flm which can be applied to your windows
and which flters out harmful ultraviolet light).
Note: Never put a potted plant on a rug as the water can leak onto the rug and damage it.
Disclaimer: For diffcult or unlisted stains, please consult with a professional rug cleaner.
Never use dry cleaning methods on a wool rug. Never “steam clean” a wool rug as this may
cause dyes to bleed. The rugs should be wet-cleaned by a professional, thoroughly rinsed
and allowed to dry completely before being placed on the foor again.
Important: Vacuum your rug regularly. Sand and grit can work into the base of the pile and
abrasion can damage the wool and result in loss of pile. Vacuum only with suction, never use
a beater bar on a wool rug. DO NOT USE DYSON VACUUM CLEANERS OR ANY OTHER
VACUUM THAT HAS POWERFUL SUCTION. THESE VACUUMS CAN DAMAGE THE
RUG.
These stain removal tips are to be used only as a guide for your personal use.


The 5 Most Common Anatolian Motifs And Their Meanings

Anatolia is home to some of the most ancient artistic traditions of anywhere in the world. Many of these arts date back well before anything we'd recognize as modern civilization, and indeed some may be as old as written history itself. Anatolian motifs have been used to express social status, desire, love, expectation, belief, marriage, celibacy, migration, disaster, sadness, joy, taste, happiness, longing, separation, wishes and so much more.

But, as with all artwork, a few motifs have become particularly popular for the way they mix beautiful imagery with meaning. When you go carpet-shopping in Turkey, or simply enjoy looking at local vases, or just about anything else, be sure to keep an eye out for these 5 motifs.

Elibelinde

Elibelinde means literally "hands on hips" and its a motif of a female figure with, unsurprisingly, her hands on her hips, and symbolizes fertility and motherhood. It's common on kilims and either varieties of Turkish flatweave rugs. But one interesting feature of this particular motif is that it's perhaps most common on more run-of-the-mill items of regular use. You'll see elibelinde, for instance, on farmhouse sacks (called çuvals) or in other oft-used woven things due to its symbolism of fertility and motherhood. These symbols are not simply ancient traditions but there is a genuine belief, or half-belief, amongst large members of the Anatolian population that using items with an elibelinde motif could bring the joy fertility to the family. As with almost all motifs in Anatolia, it can be designed in slightly different ways though the essential design is always the same.

Muska and Nazarlık

"Nazar" is an important notion in Anatolia, the idea of the evil-eye. A few things are particularly at risk of "nazar" (or unspecified evil) happening to them. Vulnerable, and valuable people (particularly babies) are at risk, pets, important objects in the home, property, or other inanimate objects, or really in general any somewhat unfortunate thing happening. A baby getting sick at an inopportune moment, glasses/food plates being broken at an important gathering, and other such things.

The primary way to prevent the evil eye from striking you or your family is through "nazarlık," either evil-eye beads or evil eye motifs.

Muska has the same essential purpose of warding off evil. the designs aren't identical, though even the triangular shape of the muska is reminiscent of the eye-shaped nazar. Indeed, muska are simply a stylized form of typical nazar motifs. When these images are woven into kilims or other flatwoven products in Anatolia it's believed that they will help protect the family from evil. Of course, the fact that each design is striking and beautiful is just an added bonus!

Abundance


Abundance in all senses is a common need, particularly in rural Anatolia. Abundance and happiness are considered to go hand in hand, and as a result fruit and animal motifs are both seen to promote abundance and happiness. Similarly, trees, flowers, soil and leaves are seen to symbolize the same essential properties. In fact, beyond just trees, natural formations like rocks, water, mountains and other natural formations again are often seen to reflect abundance.

Koçboynuzu (Ram's Horn)

If Elibelinde is more of a female symbol, ram's horns are certainly more male. They symbolize traditionally masculine traits, like heroism and strength, though they share traits like abundance with many other traditional Anatolian motifs. In Turkey, you'll find the ram's horn motif on kilims and rugs, but also they're quite common on traditional tomb stones that you'll find all over. Sculptures are very common as well, with various fabrics and clothing bearing traces of this traditional motif as well.


Hayat Ağacı (Tree of Life)

The tree of life is of course a worldwide symbol of life rising up to heaven. It symbolizes the universe as it lives in constant change. The soil, the roots, the lower brances, the trunk as it rises up to the sky, and the light shining on the upper branches all combine to form a symbol that encompasses both Earth and heaven.

In Turkey, cypress trees are possibly the most common tree used though anything from fig trees to palm trees can be used. The motif is used in stone masonry, wood-working, pottery, tile work, weaving, glass blowing, miniatures, literature and music and can be stylized in many different ways.


THE BENEFITS OF 100% WOOL RUGS

Wool is very resilient and its texture allows it to quickly recover from crushing or indenting caused by footsteps or furniture.
This natural resilience also keeps the rug looking new and fresh for longer periods of time.

Wool has a natural ability to resist staining and soiling. In fact it has more than a 30% higher rate of stain resistance than even the best synthetic fibers.
It's so good at resisting stains because of the natural light lanolin that coats the surface of the wool.
This coating helps stop dirt and stains from actually penetrating the wool leaving any soiling on or near the surface.
That's why spills on wool is very easy to clean.

Wool is also very durable and will last for many years without showing signs of wear.
While wool rugs cost slightly more than synthetic rugs, because of its exceptional long life it can be a better choice
than other types of rugs because you will quickly recoup the extra cost in the additional years of wear.
Sheep produce wool to protect themselves from a variety of climates and natural elements.
Of course when man uses wool these natural capabilities remain intact.
Natural wool actually has two different types of wool cells – the orthcortex and the paracortex.

The Benefits Of 100% Wool Area Rugs
Wool is very resilient and its texture allows it to quickly recover from crushing or indenting caused by footsteps or furniture.
This natural resilience also keeps the rug looking new and fresh for longer periods of time.

Wool has a natural ability to resist staining and soiling. In fact it has more than a 30% higher rate of stain resistance than even the best synthetic fibers.
It's so good at resisting stains because of the natural light lanolin that coats the surface of the wool.
This coating helps stop dirt and stains from actually penetrating the wool leaving any soiling on or near the surface.
That's why spills on wool is very easy to clean.


Wool is also very durable and will last for many years without showing signs of wear.
While wool rugs cost slightly more than synthetic rugs, because of its exceptional long life it can be a better choice than other types of
rugs because you will quickly recoup the extra cost in the additional years of wear. Sheep produce wool to protect themselves
from a variety of climates and natural elements. Of course when man uses wool these natural capabilities remain intact.
Natural wool actually has two different types of wool cells – the orthcortex and the paracortex.

Each lies on the opposite side of the fiber and grow at different rates. This causes a coil spring that makes the wool very elastic.
The natural shock absorber allows the wool to quickly spring back to its original form. In fact wool fiber can be stretched more
than 35% and still easily return back to its natural shape. This protective barrier also stops water from easily penetrating the wool
fiber making wool water resistant. But more than being water resistant wool is able to absorb about 1/3 of its weight in moisture
and yet still not feel damp. This natural quality of wool allows it to remain warm and recover from pressure points quickly.

Wool rugs are available in a wide selection of styles, patterns, and designs. Because of the process used to dye wool rugs
the colors are fade resistant and unless they are exposed to direct sunlight on a continuous basis you should experience very little fading.

Wool has the ability to provide a long lasting functional product that exhibits outstanding beauty. There are a variety of patterns
and styles available in wool rugs and these days old world craftsmanship is being combined with new world technologies to produce outstanding results.
A wool rug will provide you with years of enjoyment and durability.