Hello, this item is a hand knotted Turkish silk prayer rug, identified by its label as a Hereke type silk on silk example. Hereke rugs are among the most refined Turkish carpets, traditionally produced using very fine silk warps and wefts with extremely high knot density, often exceeding one million knots per square meter. The floral mihrab design, delicate pastel palette, and detailed border work are consistent with late 20th century workshop production intended for the export and collector market rather than a 19th century imperial Hereke palace piece. The presence of the commercial label from Kusadasi also confirms it was sold through the tourist carpet trade that flourished in Turkey during the 1970s to 1990s.

From a market standpoint, late 20th century Hereke silk prayer rugs of this size typically sell between $600 and $1,500 USD depending on knot density, condition, and silk quality.