Ghiordes rugs photo gallery - Learn about Ghiordes carpets

Ghiordes (Gördes), a town in western Anatolia, is renowned for its prayer rugs, which have inspired designs across Anatolia. These rugs, often dating from the 16th to the 19th centuries, are known for their elegant patterns and cultural significance.

The Ghiordes Rugs Photo Gallery features significant examples, such as a 16th-century rug from the Mevlana Museum in Konya, an 18th-century prayer rug from the Antalya Archaeological Museum, and a niche carpet from the first half of the 19th century. These pieces highlight the enduring artistry and historical importance of Ghiordes weaving traditions.

TIEM-Giordes19th — Ghiordes prayer rug from the 19th century. (Anatolian carpets in the Turkish and Islamic Arts Museum – Istanbul)

Late 17th century to early 18th century Ghiordes. Robert T. Mosby — Late 17th century to early 18th century Ghiordes. (Robert T. Mosby)

Lot 289. Anatolian prayer rug, Basra-Ghiordes, west Anatolia, late 18th or early 19th century, 5ft. 8in. x 4ft. 4in. 1.73m. x 1.32m. (Netherhampton Salerooms 17 May 2017)

Ghiordes Niche Carpet 240 x 152 cm. First half 19th century. Rippon Boswell 13 June 2015 — Ghiordes Niche Carpet 240 x 152 cm. First half 19th century. (Rippon Boswell 13 June 2015)

17-18th century Ghiordes prayer rug found in the Serafettin Mosque in Konya. (Vakiflar Hali Museum, Istanbul)

Ghiordes Prayer Rug Turkey circa 1780. 179 cm x 127 cm (Hans Homm 24 September 2011)

Giordes prayer rug circa 1700. (From the collection of Franco Dell’Orto at Sartirana Textile Show 2015)

Giordes rug 18th century (Antalya Archaeological Museum)

Giordes 16th century. (Mevlana Museum Konya)

Giordes prayer rug ca. ca. 1700. (QDM Sartirana Textile Show 2007)

DSCF4464 — Kis Giordes wedding rug. (Exhibitor Lombardo & Partners at Sartirana Textile Show 2013)

Images in the Giordes rug gallery are published with permission from auction houses, dealers, collectors or museums.