Konya Karapinar Starry Cicim Rug

Konya Karapinar Starry Cicim Rug 

170 cm x 260 cm / 5'7'' x 8'6''

    This rug was woven 60-70 years ago in the Karapinar

district of Konya province in the Central Anatolia Region, using the cicim technique on woolen yarns. No paint was used on the floor of the rug. Black, green, brown, red and blue colors are found in the embroidery woven with Cicim

technique. It is completely colored with root dyes. Symbols such as star, hands on hip, triangle, burdock, monster feet, ram's horn are found in this rug. The meanings of these symbols can be summarized in 3 main subjects; to ensure continuity thanks to the fertility of the woman, to increase fertility thanks to the abundance of the harvest, to protect from the evil eye, diseases and natural disasters.

      Due to differences in light during the photographing of the products, there may be differences in color tones between the photograph and the actual product. Some products may have been stored in chests for many years without being used and some products may have been used. Some parts of the products may have undergone minor repairs over the years, while some parts have not been touched in order not to disturb the originality. We have tried to reflect such situations as much as possible in the pictures. Please pay attention to these small details when purchasing your product.

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