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Close-up of Antique Bergama rug pattern with diamond motifs in blue, rust, and cream
Antique Bergama rug center medallion close-up with geometric arrows and star motifs
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Antique Bergama rug border close-up with fringe along the bottom edge
Antique Bergama rug corner close-up with textured woven detail and short fringe
Antique Bergama rug lower border close-up with repeating motifs and fringe edge
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Antique geometric rug border close-up with orange, cream, and blue accents
Antique rug close-up with orange and blue medallion and geometric motifs
Vintage receipt paper marked “Jolly & Son Limited” with handwritten notes

Vendor:The Oriental Rug Merchant Ltd

Antique Bergama Rug 2.17x1.09m

£999.00

Rug Size:

This Anatolian Rug dates from the Late Nineteenth Century.

Size: 2.17×1.09m / 7’2″x3’7″

Origin: Vicinity of Bergama, West Anatolia (Turkey).

Technique: Hand-knotted.

Material: Wool pile, cotton warps, brown wefts.

Colours and Design: Natural dyes. The colours are superb! Terracotta with blue, beige, brown, along with hints of peach and purple. Geometric medallion design consisting of 4 medallions (3 blue, one brown) surrounded with wide beige border decorated with geometric symbols.

Condition/Age: It has low pile and corrosion to brown wool as well as historic restorations. These restorations include: a patch repair measuring 43x3cm (see image 10)

Additional Information:

This interesting Antique Anatolian Rug was originally sold by Jolly & Son Limited in Bath on the 29th August 1945.

The purchase price of £55 was a lot of money back then, as an average salary was £214 (and indeed, this was before the end of World War Two). It was the equivalent of around £2100 in today's money (& in an era before VAT existed)!

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Frequently asked questions about Antique rugs

At The Oriental Rug Merchant, we are always on the look-out for interesting antique and old rugs. Often these are either no longer made in these places, or the carpet weaving has evolved into a more market-reactive enterprise.

These rugs often look “at home” in period properties (almost like they have always been there), but conversely can be a spectacular statement piece in an ultra-modern setting.

Is this the exact rug I’ll receive?

Yes. All of our antique rugs are unique, so this is the exact rug you will receive. No substitutions.

Have you cleaned this antique rug?

Yes, we are fastidious about putting any old or antique rug into our stock and before it is offered for sale it will have been professionally washed.

How hard wearing is this antique rug?

Due to its age and to keep this rug looking at its best for future keepers we recommend that this rug is not suitable for use in high traffic areas.

Should I put something under it to stop it from slipping?

We recommend using an anti-slip rug underlay with all rugs, but especially thin antique rugs. This will help protect the rug by keeping it flat as well as stopping you from slipping on it.

Is this rug an investment?

We don’t sell any of our rugs as investments. Antique rugs are unique items and certainly very special, and as such they are beautiful items to own and treasure. No rug should be purchased solely as an investment, as values can vary over time.

Before I decide, can I come and inspect it in person?

Of course, we’d love to welcome you to visit our shop. It’s a great idea to look closely at any antique rug that you’re considering to purchase. We’ll point out any repairs or areas of wear in the rug. Let us know that you’re coming and we will have it ready for you to look at, along with any other rugs that take your fancy.

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How should I care for this antique rug?

To preserve them for their next custodian, we always expertly wash the rugs that we discover and where possible/or financially viable repair them. Here’s some helpful pointers to keep your new antique rug looking at its best:

Vacuum

Vacuum gently without use of rotating brush or beater bar; take care to keep vacuum cleaner away from the fringed ends.

Underlay

A good rug underlay will keep the rug in place, thereby preventing uneven wear and will help the rug keep from going out of shape.

Protect from sun-light

If possible during time of extreme sunlight, it is always a good idea to close blinds and curtains to avoid sun damage over time.

Be mindful of where you place it

Antique rugs keep much better when used in lower traffic areas in homes

Professional clean only

This is something that is required infrequently, perhaps every 3-5 years depending on use. Please contact us if you would like to have your rug cleaned as we offer a Rug Cleaning Service.