Full view of geometric rug with symmetrical geometric field, cinnamon , nut brown background field with hand memling gul repeating medallions with star flower secondary guls. Cotton warp thread bound in coloured wool yarn. Ivory cream with burgundy blue and amber colours.
Folded rug with ornate geometric border, central motifs, and multicolor bound fringe. On a white background. Hans Meling gul geometric design.Eight pointed star repeated inner and outer borders.
Angled view of Memling gul handmade handknotted mat with nut brown ground with multiple repeating geometric medallion guls and secondary guls. Highly geometricised border. Detailing colours of blue, cream, amber and burgundy.
Ornate multicolor geometric rug with central memling gul repeating pattern main field , patterned repeating geometric borders, and colourfully bound fringe. Warm nut brown cinnamon field.
Clour up detail of main field of Multicoloured geometric patterned rug section with repeating polygone motifs of hooked memling gul medallion and starflower repeating patterning. Handknotted with colours, brown, amber, burgundy, blue and ivory cream.
Close up detail of geometric border of Memling gul handknotted mat with starflower inner and outer border with geometric main border. With colours ivory cream, burgundy, ligth brown, blue, teal and amber,
Corner of memling gul design handmade rug with cotton warp thread fringe bound with multi-coloured wool yarn. Main field showing traditional memling gul design.
Close-up of rug fringe cotton warp bound with multicoloured wool yarn. Pure wool pile of handknotted rug.
Close-up of back of handknotted rug showing weave and back of knot with geometric motifs with natural vegetable dyes.

Handmade Memling Gul Design Rug

£325.00

Rug Size: 118 x 78cm

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This handmade rug has a recognisable traditional geometric design with repeating Memling guls in it's main field. It has a pleasing array of earthy colours with a robust pure wool pile. Discover nut browns, ivory creams, blue, teal and hints of burgundy and amber. This rug would be a perfect addition to many different locations in your home with it's hardwearing durable handknotted construction. 

What are the Significant Design Features of this Rug?

The recognisable design features of this rug is inspired by historical Anatolian (Turkish) Rugs with distinctive hooked polygon medallions named 'Memling' Guls. These types of Memling gul design carpets and rugs will often contain these repeated octogan shapes, clear-cut angular composition, repeating geometric border patterns and a sense of harmony in it's geometry. Eight pointed stars also feature and have strong associations too with Caucasian design rugs.

Anatolian Rugs in Art History

Fourteenth and Fifteenth Century artists in Italy and Northern Europe we renowned for depicting fine carpets and rugs in their paintings. To name but a few; Hans Memling, Holbein, Van Eyck, Crivelli, Massys as well as  Martini. All rugs and carpets depicted in historical paintings are important in learning more about textile history as well as providing detailed records and depictions what kind of Anatolian and Caucasian rugs were being exported to Europe during these times. Rugs and carpets were a great status symbol in secular and non-secular art as items of luxury. 

Who was Hans Memling?

Hans Memling was a Flemish artist of great importance and lived 1430 -1494 in Bruges. He was a sought after Early Netherlandish Painter well known for his interior and religious paintings that captured great intricate detail. He was very fond of including depictions of rugs and carpets in his works in a variety of designs. But this hooked medallion Turkish design, over time, became associated with him. Hence this repeating polygon synomymous with 'Memling'. Historical designs of these carpets can be seen in Hans Memling's paintings " The triptych; Virgin and Child with Saints and Donors'' and ''The Virgin and Child with Angel and St George'' below the feet of the Madonnas.

Colour Combinations 

Versatile and attractive colours of the handspun pure wool yarn are bronze-light brown, ivory creams, hints of teal, light blue, dark blue, amber-orange and rich burgundy. The cotton warps are bound delightfully with different coloured yarn that resonate with the colour palette of the rug itself.

Key details: 

  • Country of origin: Afghanistan
  • Size: 118x78cm / 3'11"x2'7"
  • Thickness: 8mm
  • Pile: Wool, hand-knotted
  • Warp: Cotton
  • Age: New

 

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Frequently asked questions about Afghan rugs

Oriental rugs are renowned for their longevity and can often last for generations. 

I’d like to buy it, is the rug shown the rug I’ll get? 

Yes, all of our rugs are handmade and the vast majority are one-of-a-kind. This is the exact rug you will receive. No substitutions.

I’m interested in this rug, but would like to see it before I decide – can I come and see it at your shop? 

Of course! All of the rugs displayed and shown as in stock on our website are available to view and buy in-store.

How quickly will I receive my rug and how much does delivery cost? 

We aim to dispatch our Rugs as quickly as possible. Deliveries in the UK are generally achieved in 2-3 working days. Within the UK there is no carriage charge for rugs.

I’m not located in the UK, will you send it to destinations outside of the UK?

Please contact us, referencing which rug you would like to buy and your delivery address to find out shipping costs.

How long will my rug last? 

Hand-knotted Rugs and Handwoven Rugs are extremely long-lasting items. If properly looked after Oriental Rugs can outlive their owner and maybe even last for generations. In many cases rugs improve with age.

Will the colours of my rug fade? 

Handmade Oriental rugs will soften in colour over time. Of course, like any textile, if the rug is used in an area of strong sunlight, such as in a Conservatory for instance, the fading process will be more rapid. During days of strong sunshine, it is good practice to draw the curtains or blinds to keep your Oriental rug looking at its best.

Will the colours transfer onto the flooring underneath? 

This is a tricky one to answer! If only we had a crystal ball! There is a risk. Our rugs are all handmade and made with artisan dyes. All of our rugs are thoroughly washed prior to export and any excess dye should come out in the washing process. However, on the odd occasion, the dye can still sometimes transfer. This phenomenon is increased by humidity and temperature, and is regrettably irreversible. If you are concerned about this possibility, perhaps consider using an Underlay to put a barrier between the rug and the flooring/fitted carpet underneath.

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How do I care for my Afghan Rug

They are easy to care for, but here’s a few helpful pointers to keep your new Afghan rug looking great: 

Vacuum

Hoover it regularly – perhaps once a week. This is good practice as tiny dirt particles can cause premature wear. Vacuum it with just the nozzle suction, as rotating brushes can be abrasive. Try to keep the vacuum cleaner away from the fringes as this is probably the weakest point on an Oriental rug; fringes and vacuum cleaners don’t mix!

Rotate 

It is a good idea to rotate your Afghan rug on occasion. This will help prevent areas of concentrated wear. Foot shuffling when watching the TV is a prime culprit! Rotating your rug will also help to even-out any incremental changes in colour from exposure to sunlight.

Blot

Any spills should be blotted immediately: blot with kitchen towel or clean un-dyed absorbent cloth; avoid rubbing or scrubbing which can spread the spill or push the spill deeper into the rug.

Use a Rug 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.

Professional Cleaning

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.