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Ladik - EXCELLENT TURKISH LADIK PRAYER RUG EARLY 19th C. An early 19th c. Turkish Ladik prayer rug featuring scrolling floral motifs in red, yellow, and blue. The rug measures, 44in W x 86in H / 112cm W x 219cm H  Ladik oriental rugs were woven for centuries in the town of Ladik in the province of Konya located in Central Turkey. Ladik is about 20 miles northwest of the city of Konya in the area that is also known as Anatolia (called Asia Minor by the Romans). Konya was the capital of the Turkic Seljuk Empire, the home of the dynasty that ruled parts of Central Asia and the middle East from the 11th to the 14th centuries. It was a very important communication and political center at that time. The advance of the Seljuk Empire marked the beginning of Turkish power in the Middle East. It is believed that both pile and pileless (flatweave or kilim) rugs have been produced in Anatolia since the Neolithic period. Exactly how and when either type of rug was first produced is still unclear. The earliest specimens of knotted rugs discovered thus far in excavations of Turkish burial grounds seem to lend truth to the theory that this type of rug was first woven and used by Turks. Rugs from the Anatolian region of Turkey are valuable historical documents relating to the socio-cultural and socio-economic values of each period in which they were produced. The significance and symbolism of the motifs used, the dyes and colors employed, and the individual weaving forms and techniques found in traditional hand-woven Turkish rugs are a testament to this fact. Each of the tribes and peoples of the area were able to adopt what they felt was ‘good’ and ‘true’ from the different cultures they came in contact with. The conditions of isolation and cultural concentration found in the region led to highly distinctive regional styles. Ladik styles have more in common with styles from the neighboring Caucasus regions rather than from those of Persia. Shipping: Shipping costs are not included but both international and national shipping quotes are available using UPS. We are happy to give a quote for UPS shipping prior to bidding. If you are bidding on multiple lots or you have your own shipping preference please email philippe@longlake.art for more information. In person pick up of winning items can be scheduled. Everything ships from Florida, USA.