East Anatolian Kurdish rug, second half 19th century

Measurements: 217cm x 131cm (7’1 x 4’4)

63 Knots per inch

Price: £2,800

A very good example of the type, thee rugs formerly called Yuruks are of Kurdish origin and have a very distinctive palette which includes a soft orange, some sublime blue shades and a cochineal red. The pile is always long and the wool soft and silky. They are often quite misshapen and prone to having tension folds due to their soft wool foundations. I have a soft spot for East Anatolian rugs and have owned quite a few to date. This is one of the best without doubt, a beautiful floppy rug with a great look.

Condition:

Very good, it has had some expert restoration in the past but not to the detriment of the piece.