Original Mamluk carpets are some of the most mysterious rugs in existence, and scholars still debate the exact circumstances surrounding their production. Patterns focus on central medallions or a field of medallions within a geometric maze of polygon shapes. The effect is kaleidoscopic, and though the palette was usually limited to red, blue, green and yellow tones, these rugs are surprisingly rich in appearance.
It is likely that this type of rug was produced in Egypt under the Mamluk dynasty, hence the name by which we know them today. Documents exist designating Cairo as a center of carpet weaving as early as the last decades of the fifteenth century. Rugs of this style can also be seen in Venetian Renaissance paintings, demonstrating their value and prestige. It is believed production continued in Egypt even after the 1517 Ottoman conquest, gradually absorbing other influences.
Handmade Mamluk-inspired designs are highly sought after today and many feature the signature intersecting compartments surrounding bold medallions.
Mamluk
Colorful, Mamluk Design, Textured Wool and Silk Hand Knotted, Mat Oriental Rug
SKU : 322315
Exact Size: 2'1" x 3'2"
$698
$297
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Colorful, Textured Wool and Silk Hand Knotted, Mamluk Design, Runner Oriental Rug
SKU : 322280
Exact Size: 2'6" x 6'1"
$1,609
$684
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Colorful, Hand Knotted Mamluk Design, Textured Wool and Silk, Runner Oriental Rug
SKU : 322275
Exact Size: 2'7" x 6'1"
$1,663
$707
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Colorful, Mamluk Design, Textured Wool and Silk Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug
SKU : 322095
Exact Size: 5'8" x 9'0"
$5,399
$2,295
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Lime Green, Mamluk Design with Colorful Medallions, Sari Silk with Textured Wool Hand Knotted, XL Runner Oriental Rug
SKU : 401220
Exact Size: 3'1" x 17'9"
$6,457
$3,228
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Silver, Peshawar Mamluk Design With Denser Weave, Shiny Wool Even Pile Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug
SKU : 401030
Exact Size: 4'1" x 6'0"
$950
$404
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Colorful, Mamluk Design with Bold Colors, Hand Knotted Sari Silk with Textured Wool, Runner Oriental Rug
SKU : 400955
Exact Size: 2'6" x 8'2"
$2,817
$1,197
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Colorful, Mamluk Design, Textured Wool and Plant Based Silk, Hand Knotted, Oriental, Runner Rug
SKU : 318700
Exact Size: 2'8" x 8'1"
$2,377
$1,010
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Light Blue, Super Fine Peshawar with Mamluk Design, Densely Woven, Vegetable Dyes, 200 KPSI, Shiny Wool, Hand Knotted, Oriental Rug
SKU : 308255
Exact Size: 5'6" x 7'8"
$4,960
$2,108
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