Anatolian Village Rug, Square Folk Art Wool Sofra Rug (4'0" x 4'2")

Meet a charming square village piece with joyful folk figures and a bright, golden palette. Woven in Central Anatolia in the mid-20th century, this hand-knotted wool rug features a classic sofra (eating/tea cloth) format: compact, nearly square, and designed to bring warmth and hospitality to the center of a room. Its storybook center panel—two stylized people flanking a bird/tree motif—makes it a rare, highly decorative conversation piece.



Weaving tradition & structure. The back shows clear, compact knots with squared shoulders and no vertical offset—typical symmetrical (Turkish/Ghiordes) knots—tied on a wool foundation with multiple weft shots between rows. Narrow flat-woven ends (kilim) remain at both sides, another hallmark of Central Anatolian village work. Pile is low-to-medium and evenly worn, with supple village-spun wool.

Regional origin. The combination of a square sofra format, sunny saffron/gold ground, naive human figures, ewer/teapot and rosette borders, and latch-hooked star/leaf devices points to Central Anatolia—workshops around Konya–Niğde–Karapınar are known for this playful folk iconography and bold yellows.

Age. Toned palette with mellow abrash, rounded knot heads, softened outlines, end losses and old edge fray suggest mid-20th century (c. 1940s–1960s) village production.

Motifs & meaning.

Central panel with two figures raising arms beside a bird/tree-of-life emblem: prosperity, protection, and good fortune.

Ewers/teapots in the guard borders: hospitality—classic sofra symbolism.

Eight-petal rosettes & hooked stars: life and continuity.

Amulet/lozenge sprigs sprinkled in the field: protective charms.
The pattern (naqsha) organizes a framed center vignette inside a repeat of rosettes and amulets, echoing the ritual of serving food and tea at the heart of the home.

Condition (honest).

Even age wear to a low–medium pile (≈6–8 mm).

End losses/fray to the flat-woven kilim bands; small scattered yarn pulls and minor edge wear.

Light old repairs and localized color abrasion consistent with age. Lies flat and presents beautifully; structurally sound for normal floor use with a rug pad.

Features:

Type: Hand-knotted village rug (sofra format)

Origin: Central Anatolia (Konya–Niğde/Karapınar sphere)

Size: 123 cm × 127 cm (≈ 4'0" × 4'2")

Knotting: Symmetrical (Turkish/Ghiordes)

Knot density (est.): ~60–80 KPSI (≈ 930–1,240 KPSM)

Pile: Hand-spun sheep’s wool

Foundation: Wool warp & weft

Dyes: Traditional village palette with madder reds, weld/saffron yellows, walnut/earth browns, ivory; natural abrash visible

Pile height: ~6–8 mm (after age wear)

Ends/Edges: Kilim ends with fray; original side cords with age wear

Age: c. 1940s–1960s

Condition: Good vintage with noted age wear and minor repairs; no odors; ready to use

Rare figurative folk scene—two villagers and a bird/tree emblem

Glowing golden field with lively abrash; richly saturated village dyes

Compact square size ideal for coffee table, entry, reading nook, or wall display

Authentic Central Anatolian village character—hand-knotted, wool on wool

Story-rich sofra symbolism of hospitality and abundance

Care Instructions

Use a quality rug pad to prevent slip and reduce wear.

Vacuum gently (suction only; no beater bar). Sweep the fringe by hand.

Rotate every 3–6 months for even aging.

Spot clean with a barely damp white cloth; avoid soaking. Blot—do not rub.

For spills or a seasonal refresh, use a professional hand-wash service experienced with hand-knotted wool.

Keep out of direct harsh sunlight to preserve the mellow vintage palette.

Styling Notes

This piece shines in eclectic, boho, wabi-sabi, cottage, and artisan-modern spaces. The warm golds and reds pair beautifully with oak, walnut, terracotta, linen, and leather. Hang it as textile art, float under a round table, or anchor a reading corner for instant warmth.



Bring home a joyful slice of Anatolian village life—woven to celebrate hospitality and daily ritual, and mellowed by decades of gentle use. If you’d like, I can include a rug pad cut to size and ship it ready to roll.