Antique Ghiordes Turkish Rug 43420
Style: Giordes
Origin: Turkey
Size: 11 ft 06 in x 15 ft 04 in (3.51 m x
4.67 m)
Antique Ghiordes Turkish Rug 43420
Antique Ghiordes, Turkey, circa 1900 The bold, exciting, and
spontaneous
allover pattern of vines and palmettes on this extraordinary antique
Ghiordes reflects the style of the Turkish carpets produced in nearby
Oushak, although the detail and composition ultimately reflect
classical Caucasian carpets as well. But while the various vines and
palmettes are arranged in a drop repeat design reminiscent of classical
blossom and ‘Dragon’ rugs, much of the detail is improvised and
asymmetrical, and it is this that so animates the composition. The
S-dragon vinescroll border is quite striking, and its terracotta ground
provides the right contrast or framing effect for the field. The rest
of the palette with its tans and mauves is cool and decorative like the
best Oushaks.
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