A lovely example of the Manastir variety of Prayer Carpet. This design was actually woven by Islamic Turkish weavers for use by Christians. The motif contains two crosses in the upper portion of the Mihrab. In some examples of this variety, the motif is very clearly a representation of a church or monastery roof with crosses on it -- hence the name -- Manastir or Monastery. In very good condition.
Age: c.1860
Size: 40in. x 54in. or 1.01m x 1.37m
Price: $2200
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