Antique Aksaray Prayer Rug MUST GO TIME PERIOD : LATE 1900s

TIME PERIOD     :      LATE 1900s or BEGINNING OF 2O TH C

the design incorporates shamanistic symbols that embody the concept of rebirth

offering collectors and enthusiasts an exceptional opportunity to preserve and celebrate a rich heritage that is gradually disappearing from contemporary craft practices

setting it apart from traditional Heriz runners commonly found in the market

each piece offering a rare glimpse into the region's rich textile heritage

Antique Aksaray Prayer Rug MUST GO TIME PERIOD : LATE 1900sAs a physical and symbolic delineation of sacred space, a Prayer Rug allows worshippers to establish a ritually pure area for prayer. The mihrb, a stylized representation of the prayer niche in mosques, serves as a visual guide towards the Kaaba in Mecca, the direction of prayer for Muslims. Through its design, this prayer rug offers insights into wider cultural and intellectual movements within the Islamic world. In Turkish culture, earlier prayer