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Antique Kizil Ayak Turkmen Prayer Rug of Scarce Design, Circa 1900/20.
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Antique Kizil Ayak Turkmen Prayer Rug of Scarce Design, Circa 1900/20.

1900 - 1920
Description

Size: 3ft 11in x 2ft 4in (120 x 70cm).

Antique Kizil Ayak Turkmen prayer rug of scarce design.

Circa 1900/20.

An interesting prayer rug of a well known and scarce group, woven by the Kizil Ayak Turkmen of Northern Afghanistan. The small triangle designs are arranged on a camel ground to create a diamond lattice design either side of a central totemic pole. The borders are of a typical Kizil Ayak design.

The rug is in fair condition, with even wear and medium pile, both ends of the rug have been re-woven at some time in the rugs history. (This is reflected in the price).

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

Stock Number: D-0506.

Physical Dimensions
Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Turkmen Prayer Rug to the 1910s.

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SA1074598
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D-0506
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Description
Size: 3ft 11in x 2ft 4in (120 x 70cm).

Antique Kizil Ayak Turkmen prayer rug of scarce design.

Circa 1900/20.

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An interesting prayer rug of a well known and scarce group, woven by the Kizil Ayak Turkmen of Northern Afghanistan.
Cotswold Oriental Rugs

The small triangle designs are arranged on a camel ground to create a diamond lattice design either side of a central totemic pole. The borders are of a typical Kizil Ayak design.

fig 1. An antique hand-knotted Turkmen wool prayer rug featuring a dark brown and terracotta diamond lattice pattern with a prayer arch at the top.
fig 1. Antique Kizil Ayak Turkmen Prayer Rug of Scarce Design, Circa 1900/20.

The rug is in fair condition, with even wear and medium pile, both ends of the rug have been re-woven at some time in the rugs history. (This is reflected in the price).

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

Stock Number: D-0506.

Height
120cm (47.24")
Width
70cm (27.56")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Antique Turkmen Prayer Rug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA1074598
Dealers Internal Ref
D-0506
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Archive I An antique hand-knotted Turkmen wool prayer rug featuring a dark brown and terracotta diamond lattice pattern with a prayer arch at the top.

Antique Kizil Ayak Turkmen Prayer Rug of Scarce Design, Circa 1900/20.

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An antique hand-knotted Turkmen wool prayer rug featuring a dark brown and terracotta diamond lattice pattern with a prayer arch at the top.
ANTIQUE KIZIL AYAK TURKMEN PRAYER RUG OF SCARCE DESIGN, CIRCA 1900/20.
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Kizil Ayak prayer rugs are traditional Central Asian textiles produced by the Kizil Ayak sub-tribe of the Turkmen. They are defined by a distinct prayer arch motif, geometric lattice fields, and a palette dominated by deep brown, terracotta, and ivory tones.

Authentic Turkmen rugs are hand-knotted using locally sourced sheeps wool for both the pile and the warp/weft foundation. The yarns are dyed using natural vegetable and mineral dyes, resulting in rich, enduring earth tones.

Authentic pieces feature asymmetrical hand-knotted construction, natural wool foundations showing slight variations in weave, and traditional tribal iconography. Age is indicated by gentle, even pile wear, soft natural dye oxidation, and hand-finished fringe ends.

Small antique prayer rugs function well as focal accents in entryways, beneath occasional tables, or mounted on walls as textile art. Their rich geometric patterns complement dark wood furniture, leather upholstery, and neutral modern palettes.

Vacuum gently without a rotating brush attachment to avoid snagging fibers. Blot spills immediately with a dry cloth and consult a specialist rug restorer for periodic professional cleaning; avoid harsh chemical detergents.
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