Antique Anatolian Yörük Rug – 206 × 274 cm – Handwoven Wool – Natural Vegetable Dyes – Tribal Geometric

This is an authentic Antique Anatolian Yörük rug, handwoven between 1960–1975 by nomadic tribes of the Middle & South Taurus Mountains.

Crafted entirely with 100% hand-spun wool and dyed using traditional natural vegetable dyes, this rug represents a true collector-grade cultural textile.

Featuring a rare wool-on-wool structure, strong tribal geometry, and a naturally aged patina, this Yörük rug embodies the highest standards of Anatolian nomadic weaving traditions.

Its balanced beige field, highlighted with madder red, indigo blue, saffron yellow, and natural green tones, reflects both technical mastery and symbolic depth.

This is a museum-worthy antique rug, preserved in outstanding condition and suitable for serious collectors or refined interiors.

📐 Size: 206 × 274 cm / ≈ 7 × 9 ft / Area: ≈ 5.6 m²

🪶 Materials

• Pile: 100% hand-spun wool

• Warp (Çözgü): Wool

• Weft (Atkı): Wool

• Dyes: Fully natural vegetable dyes

Natural dye sources

• Red → Madder root

• Navy / Blue → Indigo (Isatis tinctoria)

• Yellow → Saffron / onion skin

• Green → Traditional copper–madder recipe

➡ Wool-on-wool + natural dyes = highest-value structure in antique Yörük carpets.

🧶 Knotting & Construction

• Knot type: Turkish / Gördes double knot

• Density: ~100,000 – 140,000 knots/m²

• Pile height: Approx. 7–9 mm

• Technique: Tight, durable, medium–high density tribal weave

🎨 Design & Motifs

A pure expression of Yörük cosmology woven in geometric form:

• Koçboynuzu: Strength, fertility, protection

• Elibelinde: Womanhood, family, abundance

• Çengel: Protection from negative forces

• Star & octagon motifs: Cosmic order

• Couple motifs: Unity & harmony

• Animal / bird elements: Nomadic identity

Sharp outlines and symmetrical composition indicate high weaving mastery.

⏳ Age & Condition

• Estimated age: 50–65 years

• Period: 1960–1975

• Condition:

  • Full, dense pile

  • No tears, holes, or repairs

  • Soft aged patina from natural dyes

  • Original borders & fringes intact

➡ A rare and exceptionally well-preserved collector’s Yörük rug.

⭐ Cultural & Artistic Value

• Authentic Yörük tribal weaving

• Natural dye palette unique to Taurus nomadic groups

• Large size + wool-on-wool = rare combination

• High collector value due to age, condition & color harmony

🧼 Care Instructions

• Vacuum weekly (no rotating brush)

• Spot clean with mild natural soap

• Professional rug cleaning every 2–3 years

• Store rolled with pattern facing inward

• Avoid prolonged direct sunlight

• Prefer cedar or lavender over mothballs

📦 Shipping & Delivery

• Ships from Turkey

• Express international shipping via DHL / UPS

• Europe: 4–7 business days

• USA: 7–11 business days

• Australia: 10–14 business days

  ✔ Tracking included

  ✔ Secure professional packaging

🪪 Certified Assurance

All Anatolia Looms rugs are inspected and certified by Ahmet Bayrakdar and accompanied by a certificate of authenticity, ensuring origin, materials, and craftsmanship.

This is a single, unique handmade piece — no restock.

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