About This Rug
This antique Turkish Ghiordes wool rug features repeating architectural groups and slender trees within a pointed arch. Dating to circa the 1880s, it combines pictorial detail with a muted brick-red ground and broad ivory borders.
Hand-knotted in wool, the rug measures approximately 124.5 × 188 cm. Its compact proportions suit a study, bedroom or intimate seating area, where the detailed composition can be appreciated.
Architectural Motifs and Trees
Small stylised buildings form balanced groups across the central field, accompanied by narrow trees and larger flowering forms. Striped roofs, contrasting outlines and tiny window-like details give each architectural group its own character.
The motifs sit on layered, angular bases, creating distinct horizontal tiers within the composition. A single group occupies the upper section beneath the arch, while paired groups repeat below.
Small scattered ornaments fill the spaces between the buildings and trees. These details connect the larger motifs without concealing the warm red ground.
A Pointed Arch and Navy Corners
The field rises into a pointed arch outlined in pale tones. Deep navy upper corners provide a strong contrast to the softer brick red.
Rows of small geometric ornaments fill these dark sections. Their cream, red and green details echo colours used throughout the architectural groups and surrounding borders.
Sage green, dusty blue, ivory and warm brown soften the composition. The restrained palette allows the unusual imagery to remain the principal focus.
Panelled Botanical Borders
A broad ivory border alternates botanical panels with angular floral motifs. Dark outlines separate these compartments, giving the surrounding frame a clear, rhythmic structure.
Narrow patterned bands introduce additional small flowers, leaves and geometric accents. These closely arranged borders contrast with the more open spacing of the central pictorial field.
The result is a decorative balance between large architectural forms and smaller repeated ornaments. Looking closely reveals changes in colour and drawing across individual motifs.
Wool and Antique Surface
The wool surface has low, uneven pile and a visibly timeworn texture. Scattered worn areas expose portions of the underlying weave, particularly noticeable in close-up views.
A folded-corner photograph shows the patterned reverse and end finishing. The rug should be appreciated as an antique textile with visible wear, rather than a uniformly plush floor covering.
Condition
Good overall antique condition, with low and uneven pile, scattered worn areas and exposed underlying weave. Edge wear and short, worn fringe remnants are also present.
Please examine the detailed photographs for localised wear, border finishing and surface variation. No specific restoration history is established.
Key Details
Origin: Turkey
Type: Ghiordes
Period: Circa 1880s
Material: Wool
Technique: Handmade, hand-knotted
Dimensions: Approximately 124.5 × 188 cm; 4 ft 1 in × 6 ft 2 in
Decimal dimensions: Approximately 4.08 × 6.17 ft
Design: Repeating architectural groups and trees within a pointed arch
Border: Panelled botanical motifs with narrow patterned bands
Colours: Muted brick red, ivory, navy, sage green, dusty blue and brown
Condition: Good overall antique condition, with low pile, scattered wear, edge wear and worn fringe remnants
SKU: 1B1019
Why It’s Special
The architectural imagery offers a distinctive alternative to a conventional medallion design. Repeated buildings, slender trees and compartmented borders reward close viewing while retaining a balanced overall composition.
One Royal Art
At One Royal Art, we curate distinctive handmade rugs, celebrating their individual character and clearly describing their condition.
