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Item SpecificsOrigin: Kayseri, TurkeyMaterial: 100% Silk on Silk foundationSize: 195 cm × 134 cm (approx. 6\'5\" × 4\'5\" / 2.61 m²)Design: 9-Panel Pictorial Arch / Oriental AnimalsTag Details: Original label intact on reverse (No. 3735)Condition: Excellent, clean pre-owned condition with intact fringe and original tag attached
Hand-knotted Kayseri rug from Turkey, woven in pure silk on a silk warp and weft.Rather than the standard medallion format, the field features a 9-panel architectural layout with arched niches supported by columns. Each panel showcases different wildlife scenes, including a giraffe, lions, prowling big cats, a peacock, and a gazelle amidst trees and palms. Rows are divided by calligraphic text cartouches and bordered with a detailed hunting/foliage frame.The pure silk construction allows for sharp detail, tight knotting, and a soft sheen that shifts depending on the light. Sized well for an accent rug in a low-traffic area or mounted as a wall tapestry.The original Turkish label is attached to the back, listing the Kayseri origin, silk-on-silk weave, and 195 × 134 cm dimensions.Ships rolled, wrapped securely, and fully insured with tracking. Please review all photos for close-ups of the knotting, design, and label. Feel free to reach out with any questions.