mid 19th century, 221 x 147 cm, South West Anatolia

This rare kilim without borders or elems comes from the hilly hinterland to the north of Antalya. The purely geometrical design resembles a mosaic and consists of triangles and diamonds in just three colours (red, blue and white) that form reciprocal motifs in wide and narrow horizontal stripes. The stars in the wide, alternately blue- or red-ground panels are the most striking motif.

Minor moth damage, otherwise in good condition.