RARE ANTIQUE TURKISH PRAYER RUG.

Mid 19th century, Turkey. The central Mihrab of classical design with a deep indigo ground densely filled with rows of crimson and ivory stylized crosses, the angular arch with pale rose red field and geometric flower heads within a dog tooth and serrated border flanked on all sides by a double row of tarantula like geometric forms in reds and indigos additionally decorated with polychrome centipede like figures all on an ivory ground within a red and white checkerboard guard border. SIZE: 2’11” w x 3’8″ l. PROVENANCE: From the estate of Katharine H. Ayer, Bray House, Kittery Point, Maine. CONDITION: With heavy in-use wear. Patterns remain distinct and vibrant, salvage and fringe ends with wear, losses and tears, most notably at lower end of rug and proper right lower corner. We feel this fine example is well worthy of restoration. 52233-4 (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2131

Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017

Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

Image	Lot	Price	Description
	2131	$5,445.00	RARE ANTIQUE TURKISH PRAYER RUG. Mid 19th century, Turkey. The central Mihrab of classical design with a deep indigo ground densely filled with rows of crimson and ivory stylized crosses, the angular arch with pale rose red field and geometric flower heads within a dog tooth and serrated border flanked on all sides by a double row of tarantula like geometric forms in reds and indigos additionally decorated with polychrome centipede like figures all on an ivory ground within a red and white checkerboard guard border. SIZE: 2’11” w x 3’8″ l. PROVENANCE: From the estate of Katharine H. Ayer, Bray House, Kittery Point, Maine. CONDITION: With heavy in-use wear. Patterns remain distinct and vibrant, salvage and fringe ends with wear, losses and tears, most notably at lower end of rug and proper right lower corner. We feel this fine example is well worthy of restoration. 52233-4 (3,000-4,000) – Lot 2131 Auction: Fine Art, Asian & Antiques Auction - August 2017 Please Note: All prices include the hammer price plus the buyer’s premium, which is paid by the buyer as part of the purchase price. The prices noted here after the auction are considered unofficial and do not become official until after the 46th day.

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RARE ANTIQUE TURKISH PRAYER RUG.