Fine Borlou Carpet, Turkey

Borlou carpets are woven in western Turkey. They are less well known than Persian carpets, with an earthier texture, and are often made in large sizes. This one has a soft, light green field, an unusual ground colour among Anatolian weavings, which tend to deeper tones.

The wool pile is soft and lustrous throughout. The design is well drawn, and the colours are warm and sit well together.

305 by 239 centimetres. The original selvages and fringes are present, and the short kilim ends are secured. In very good condition.