Kirsehir rugs photo gallery - Learn about Kirsehir carpets

Kirsehir, situated in Central Anatolia between Ankara and Kayseri, is renowned for its traditional rug weaving, particularly prayer rugs. These rugs often feature intricate designs and vibrant colors, reflecting the artistic heritage of the region.

The Kirsehir Rugs Photo Gallery includes notable examples such as an 18th-century prayer rug housed in the Mevlana Museum in Konya, a circa 1800 rug measuring 160 x 101 cm, and a 1920 rug showcased at Schuler Auctions. These pieces highlight the craftsmanship and historical significance of Kirsehir’s weaving traditions.

Kirsehir prayer rug 18th century (Mevlana Museum Konya)

Auktionshaus Homm 27 September 2014 — Kirshehir prayer rug. Anatolia, Turkey, antique, around 1800.
179 cm x 127 cm. (Hans Homm 27 September 2014)

Schuler Auction 18 June 2014 — Lot 514. Anatolian Kirshehir rug circa 1920. Size 102×160 cm. (Schuler June 2014)

kirshehir — Anatolian Kirshehir circa 1800. 160 cm x 101 cm (Hans Homm 14 September 2013)

369 — ANTIQUE KIRSEHIR/MUCUR. 162,5 x 107,5 cm. (Bukowskis 4 December 2012)

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