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Antique Turkish Rugs
The oldest known rug in Turkey dates from the Fifth Century BC and hand weaving techniques were introduced in the Twelfth Century. Antique Turkish rugs embody tradition as old as those of Persia. However, since most Turks are Sunni Muslims, they observe the Koranic prohibition against the depiction of people and animals more strictly than the Shiite Persians. Therefore, Antique Turkish carpets have designs based on geometric motifs. Calligraphy is also used as a motif. Repeating patterns are rare and prayer rugs with mihrabs in solid colors are common. The colors must frequently used were bright reds and blues and have faded over the years to the softer palettes seen in Turkish rugs today. Hand knotted rugs are always woven with the Ghiordes knot. Each of the weaving centers in Anatolia created a distinct signature style native to its region. Styles of Turkish handmade rugs include Tulu, Karapinar, Ladik, Konya, Ushak (Oushak), Kayseri (Kysari), Burdur, Soumak and Kilim.
