Fine Isparta (Hasgül) Handwoven Carpet

Ince Isparta (Hasgül) Hand-Knotted Rug is a craft product distinguished by its technical sophistication, motif diversity, and historical background within Türkiye’s traditional hand-knotted rug heritage, and is officially registered with a geographical indication. A geographical indication application was submitted on 21 June 1996 by the Isparta Municipality and the product was officially protected upon publication in the Official Gazette on 1 September 1996.

Isparta Rugs (AA)

Cultural and Economic Value

The Ince Isparta Rug is an important representative of Turkish rug-making tradition. It carries both artistic and cultural value through its motifs, colors, and technical structure. Although production has largely ceased in recent times, it retains its significance in terms of collector value and cultural heritage. The geographical indication system is regarded as a critical tool for preserving this heritage and transmitting it to future generations.

Technical Characteristics

The Ince Isparta Rug is a special type also known as “Hasgül.” The technical details used in its production determine its aesthetic and durability properties:

• Quality grade: 38x38
• Knot density: 1,444 knots/dm²
• Knot type: Turkish knot (double knot)
• Pile height: 5–7 mm (some sources indicate 8–10 mm)
• Pile yarn: 3.5/2 Nm wool
• Warp yarn: 20/18 Ne cotton
• Weft yarn:
• Thick weft: 4/14 Ne cotton
• Thin weft: 12/6 Ne cotton

Material Consumption

Materials used per square meter:

• Pile yarn: 3,500 g/m²
• Warp yarn: 800 g/m²
• Thick weft yarn: 800 g/m²
• Thin weft yarn: 350 g/m²

Total material consumption: 5,450 g/m².

Motif and Color Characteristics

Pastel tones predominate in Hasgül rugs. Color transitions are soft, with light and dark shades used in combination. Examples featuring landscape and panel designs are also found. The rugs are woven using the Turkish knot technique, and all yarns are made entirely of wool.

Geographical Indication and Protection

The geographical indication rights for the rug have been transferred from Sümerhalı A.Ş. to the Isparta Municipality. Monitoring processes are carried out by regional directorates, factory directorates, and quality control commissions. Use of the geographical indication is prohibited for productions that deviate from the specified technical characteristics.