Antique Anatolian Konya Runner Rug, Early 19th Century

Antique Anatolian Karapinar Runner Rug, Late 19th Century Karapinar, meaning ‘black spring’ in Turkish, is a small town in the vicinity of Karaman in southeastern Anatolia. During the 15th century, this area was home to the Karamind Khanate, the greatest rival to the Ottomans in Anatolia. Karapinar rug...

Antique Turkish Konya Kilim Rug, Early 20th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 6'6" W x 12'6" L

Middle of 19th Century Central Anatolian Konya Rug Size 114 x 315 cm (3,74 x 10,33) Konya carpet, floor covering handwoven in or near the city of Konya in south-central Turkey. A gr...

Stunning early 20th century Turkish Karapinar runner with rich colors. Antique Turkish Karapinar rugs are very rare and are among the more intriguing examples, boasting a very distinct set of design preferences that makes them reminiscent of Caucasian rugs and carpets. In the Turkish language, the term “Karapinar” means “black spring.” While this might suggest a style that is characterized by dark colors and themes, antique Karapinar rugs and carpets are generally characterized by bright and bold colors. They were woven in southern Anatolia, an area in Turkey with a rich and vibrant history in the arts – especially the weaving arts...