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Antique Turkmen Prayer Rug, Probably Kizil Ayak, Very Archaic Example, Circa 1850 or Earlier.
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Antique Turkmen Prayer Rug, Probably Kizil Ayak, Very Archaic Example, Circa 1850 or Earlier.

19th century
Description

Size: 3ft 8in x 2ft 9in (111 x 85cm).

Antique Turkmen prayer rug, very early example with archaic design.

Circa 1850 or earlier.

An outstand and rare example of a Turkmen prayer rug, probably woven by the Ersari sub group; the Kizil Ayak in Northern Afghanistan or Southern Turkmenistan, during the 1st half of the 19th century. The drawing of the rug has a very original feel with a pure archaic charm. From research there are no published rugs of similar form or age, this is probably one of the earliest recorded prayer rugs of this type.

The rug is in fair condition, with areas of heavy wear due to actual use for prayer, the rug is in un-touched original condition.

The rug would make an outstanding display as a wall hanging.

Stock Number: D-0430.

Physical Dimensions
Height
111cm (43.70")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Turkmen Prayer Rug to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1073654
Dealers Internal Reference
D-0430
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Description
Size: 3ft 8in x 2ft 9in (111 x 85cm).

Antique Turkmen prayer rug, very early example with archaic design.

Circa 1850 or earlier.

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An outstand and rare example of a Turkmen prayer rug, probably woven by the Ersari sub group; the Kizil Ayak in Northern Afghanistan or Southern Turkmenistan, during the 1st half of the 19th century.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

The drawing of the rug has a very original feel with a pure archaic charm. From research there are no published rugs of similar form or age, this is probably one of the earliest recorded prayer rugs of this type.

fig 1. An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders.
fig 1. Antique Turkmen Prayer Rug, Probably Kizil Ayak, Very Archaic Example, Circa 1850 or Earlier.

The rug is in fair condition, with areas of heavy wear due to actual use for prayer, the rug is in un-touched original condition.

The rug would make an outstanding display as a wall hanging.

Stock Number: D-0430.

Height
111cm (43.70")
Width
85cm (33.46")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Turkmen Prayer Rug to the 1850s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1073654
Dealers Internal Ref
D-0430
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Archive I An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders.

Antique Turkmen Prayer Rug, Probably Kizil Ayak, Very Archaic Example, Circa 1850 or Earlier.

Archive II An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View II
Archive III An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View III
Archive IV An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View IV
Archive V An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View V
Archive VI An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View VI
Archive VII An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View VII
Archive VIII An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View VIII
Archive IX An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View IX
Archive X An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View X
Archive XI An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View XI
Archive XII An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders. View XII
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An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders.
ANTIQUE TURKMEN PRAYER RUG, PROBABLY KIZIL AYAK, VERY ARCHAIC EXAMPLE, CIRCA 1850 OR EARLIER.
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An antique hand-knotted Turkmen prayer rug featuring a red field with a central stepped arch motif and dark blue geometric borders.
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  • ObjectPrayer Rugs
  • Period19th century
  • StyleCentral Asian Tribal
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourMadder Red
  • MotifsMihrab arch motif, Geometric tribal borders, Fringed ends, Gashly gul motifs
  • SizeH 111 cm (44 in) x W 85 cm (33 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This antique Turkmen prayer rug dates from 1850 or earlier in a Central Asian tribal style. Woven from wool, the piece displays a madder red field set against dark blue geometric borders, featuring a mihrab arch motif, gashly gul motifs, and fringed ends. Visible details include areas of heavy wear and minor surface loss from actual use, combined with intact braided ends and an archaic hand-knotted structure. Measuring 111 cm high, 85 cm wide, and 1 cm deep, the rug functions well as a display wall hanging within a gentleman's library or study. The textile showcases intricate borders with repeating geometric symbols alongside a central stepped arch pattern. The palette relies primarily on deep madder red and dark navy blue tones, accented by muted highlights in cream and brown. Signs of age appear as thinning pile towards the lower section of the arch, while the structural foundation remains visible in places through honest historical wear. The piece can be hung securely on a wall to preserve its surface from floor traffic while providing a striking decorative element to an interior space.

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A traditional Turkmen prayer rug features a central architectural arch motif, known as a mihrab, framed by geometric tribal borders and executed in a rich palette dominated by madder red and navy wool.

These carpets are hand-knotted using hand-spun sheep wool for both the pile and foundation, dyed with traditional vegetable and mineral dyes to produce shades of crimson, indigo, and ivory.

Authentic nineteenth-century examples feature asymmetric hand-knotted construction, natural dye colour variations known as abrash, fine wool, and specific geometric motifs distinct to sub-tribal groups such as the Kizil Ayak or Ersari.

A classic tribal prayer rug can serve as an anchoring floor covering in contemporary or traditional spaces, or be mounted on a neutral wall as a decorative textile artwork.

Preserve wool carpets by vacuuming without a rotating brush, rotating periodically to distribute wear, keeping away from direct sunlight, and consulting professional rug specialists for cleaning.
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