{"product_id":"vintage-konya-sille-rug-117-175-cm-3-8-x-5-7-ft-handmade-wool-rug","title":"Vintage Konya Sille Rug, 117 × 175 cm \/ 3.8 x 5.7 ft Handmade Wool Rug","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA rare and culturally distinctive \u003cstrong\u003evintage handmade wool rug from Sille, Konya\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring an elegant prayer-niche composition, floral ornamentation, and a design connected with the historic \u003cstrong\u003eGreek Orthodox (Rum) weaving community of Sille\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central field is dominated by a warm \u003cstrong\u003edusty red mihrab-shaped niche\u003c\/strong\u003e, creating a strong architectural focal point. Inside the field are delicate hanging ornaments, stylized floral forms, narrow column-like motifs, and a central medallion. Above the niche, the olive-toned section is filled with expressive branching and botanical forms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dark outer border surrounds the composition with repeating \u003cstrong\u003eflowers, blossoms, vines, and botanical motifs\u003c\/strong\u003e, while narrow ochre guard borders complete the design. The palette combines \u003cstrong\u003edusty red, burgundy, olive green, mustard yellow, dark brown, ivory, soft lavender, pink, and warm earthy tones\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e100 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e, this rug displays the naturally softened colors, subtle irregularities, and historic patina expected from a genuine antique handmade textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Sille and Its Greek Weaving Heritage\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSille is a historic settlement near Konya in Central Anatolia\u003c\/strong\u003e with a remarkable multicultural past. For centuries, the town was home to a significant \u003cstrong\u003eGreek Orthodox community, traditionally referred to as Rum in the Ottoman context\u003c\/strong\u003e, alongside Muslim residents.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis long coexistence produced a distinctive local culture visible in Sille's architecture, religious buildings, decorative arts, and domestic crafts. Textile weaving was part of this broader household craft tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRugs attributed to \u003cstrong\u003eGreek\/Rum weavers of Sille\u003c\/strong\u003e are especially interesting because they represent the interaction of \u003cstrong\u003eAnatolian weaving traditions with the artistic vocabulary of the local Greek Orthodox community\u003c\/strong\u003e. Designs can combine familiar Central Anatolian geometric structures with floral, architectural, devotional, and ornamental elements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rug is attributed to that \u003cstrong\u003eSille Greek\/Rum weaving tradition\u003c\/strong\u003e, making it more than simply a decorative carpet—it is also a textile connected with the multicultural history of the Konya region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rug has the visual structure of an \u003cstrong\u003eAnatolian prayer rug\u003c\/strong\u003e, with a clearly defined mihrab or prayer-niche form occupying the central field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eParticularly notable elements include:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA tall \u003cstrong\u003emihrab-style architectural niche\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA central floral medallion\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlender column-like decorative forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHanging ornamental motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylized flowers and botanical details\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eA richly decorated dark floral border\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong contrast between the red field and olive upper section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese elements create an unusually elegant composition that works equally well as a floor textile or a decorative wall piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sille, Konya, Turkey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central Anatolia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCultural Tradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sille Greek \/ Rum weaving tradition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 117 × 175 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize in Feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.8 × 5.7 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 100 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade \/ Handwoven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mihrab, floral, botanical, medallion, and architectural motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dusty red, burgundy, olive green, mustard yellow, dark brown, ivory, lavender and pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique condition with natural signs of age, patina, and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003e117 × 175 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e proportions make it suitable as a \u003cstrong\u003eprayer rug, bedside rug, small area rug, reading-corner textile, wall hanging, or collectible Anatolian folk-art piece\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a genuine handmade antique rug, slight variations in shape, pile, weave, motif placement, texture, and coloration are natural. These characteristics reflect its age and traditional craftsmanship and contribute to its individuality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rug will be \u003cstrong\u003ecarefully cleaned, washed, and ironed before shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it arrives ready to use or display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karavan Rug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45985998471347,"sku":"9444","price":1349.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/3807\/0707\/files\/Untitled-1copy_30a290a9-4164-4275-8483-e7bcc40ab512.jpg?v=1788958293","url":"https:\/\/karavanrug.com\/products\/vintage-konya-sille-rug-117-175-cm-3-8-x-5-7-ft-handmade-wool-rug","provider":"KaravanRug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}