Over-sized Antique Turkish Sivas Rug. BB7294 12'10" × 16'7" $80,000

This magnificent Sivas rug is a paragon of traditional Turkish craftsmanship. Both the main field and the series of consecutive borders of this room-sized beauty are adorned with intricate and dense yet perfectly organized botanical motifs, creating the image of lush and recherché thicket. The warm color palette based on auburn, brick red, carmine, rosewood, brown and orange is softened thanks to subtle touches of ivory. This imposing Turkish carpet was meticulously hand-knotted of top-notch wool in accordance with centuries-old weaving techniques. If properly maintained, it will withstand years of usage without any signs of wear.