An exquisite piece from the Oberlük Antique Collection.
The Tree of Life adorns both shoulders of the mihrab and crowns its arch, while the border showcases a design rich with cross motifs.
This is a prayer kilim featuring the distinctive mihrab pattern instantly recognizable as unmistakably Oberlük.
Woven with extraordinarily beautiful colors throughout.
While red and blue form the primary palette, the field unfolds in a unique, smoky grayish world that envelops the entire piece.
The greens found in the cross motifs of the upper border possess an indescribable nuance of color.
Most striking is the field itself—a gray tone that retains echoes of green or indigo—creating a singular and utterly unique color harmony found nowhere else.
The interplay between the serene red and the blue—which, despite its coolness, radiates warmth and freshness—creates a wonderful accord.
Beyond the mihrab's inherent tension and solemnity, this kilim radiates a calming presence all its own.
This quality manifests not only in color but also in the weaving itself. Though orderly and precise, the humanistic rendering of the patterns carries a gentleness that never overwhelms—as if this kilim offers absolution to all who stand upon it. This inherent grace elevates its value immeasurably.
The finely spun high-quality wool yarns are supple and lustrous, growing softer and more refined with the passage of time, presenting a smooth, silken surface.
A beautiful work of art.
