Tribal Collections Nomadic Rugs & Textiles
Tribal Collections Nomadic Rugs & Textiles
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9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Thursday
9:00 AM - 10:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Sunday
9:00 AM - 8:00 PM
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Ruth Lockwood is the owner of Tribal Collections - a beautiful rug gallery in a restored cave house, in the village of Goreme, Cappadocia. Originally from NZ, and with 34 yrs of expertise in Turkey, her gallery has an established reputation for integrity and quality and is a leading choice for those looking to learn, or to acquire, a beautiful hand-woven rug,flat-woven kilim or tribal weaving.
Ruth can help you navigate the stunning styles, intricate designs and rich color palettes to find the rug that İs just 'right' for you and expresses your individuality. She buys at source and chooses each of her rugs personally so you can be assured of their quality & authenticity. You are welcome to spend time with her, browse and enjoy, or learn more about motifs, dyes and traditions that make every carpet unique.
She has a wide-open door policy and fixed prices: making it easy for you to compare and importantly you know you are with a trusted professional who is passionate about rugs!
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Wanpela
Lake Hawea, New Zealand44 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
There are many carpet scams in Turkey - this is NOT one of them. This is the best place to buy genuine carpets in Turkey at incredibly good prices. Ruth and her staff are highly expert and very helpful - no hard sell just patient advice. You’ll learn a lot. The collection is amazing and Siem thing for every price range. We had our carpets appraised when we returned to New Zealand and the appraiser could not believe the great price we had paid. If you want to get a carpet from Turkey or the region, I cannot recommend Tribal Collections enough - you will not regret this.
Written 29 November 2023
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Cathy F
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Oct 2023 • Couples
If you would like to buy a beautiful rug from someone who is truly passionate and knowledgeable and not pushy at all - find this shop!! I had a lovely experience here just speaking to Ruth and wandering through this truly magical place. I ended up purchasing 3 lovely rugs all of which Ruth could tell me the history which was fascinating. Thank you Ruth
Written 10 November 2023
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Ann R
Charlotte, NC6 contributions
Oct 2023 • Friends
Great experience selecting several rugs, plus a few pillow covers and small bags for gifts. Ruth and her staff are helpful, polite, and easy to work with to find the style and price point. Recommend and would return!
Written 27 October 2023
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Barbara L
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Sep 2023 • Solo
I spent two afternoons in the shop, and felt like I was in a high end rug museum. The owner is incredibly knowledgeable, credible, and a master of her trade. What is nice is that she has a full array of rugs to choose from for those with a limited budget to prices you would expect to pay for rare, collectible rugs. I’m sure I’ll be a lifelong customer.
Written 20 September 2023
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RESL45
London, UK25 contributions
Aug 2023 • Family
We purchased some beautiful cushions here. The first lot of cushions were so amazing that we came back twice more to make more purchases! Ruth and her team were so friendly and patient as we looked through all their cushions and took forever making our decisions. We would have bought more if we had more luggage allowance as the cushions really are amazing and very reasonably priced. Ruth knows a lot about rugs, cushions and life in Turkey. A must visit if you’re in Goreme.
Written 28 August 2023
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michaelsV4802GB
London, United Kingdom6 contributions
May 2023 • Couples
If your in the market for a Turkish rug or carpet, then this is your spot and well worth the trek to find them.
We didn't buy this time (no luggage allowance) but we stayed for an hour chatting to Ruth and what a pleasure this was. Her stock and experience on Turkish flooring is reason to go and speak to her alone..... enjoy.
We didn't buy this time (no luggage allowance) but we stayed for an hour chatting to Ruth and what a pleasure this was. Her stock and experience on Turkish flooring is reason to go and speak to her alone..... enjoy.
Written 24 May 2023
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So sorry I missed responding to your review but I so appreciate your comments and delighted that you enjoyed our time together . Please know you are welcome anytime you are next in Cappadocia . Many thanks again , Ruth
Written 1 July 2023
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Victoria
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May 2023 • Couples
We had such a lovely time meeting Ruth and seeing her lovely carpets. We have seen many carpet stores throughout Turkey, and I can confidently say that her selection is some of the highest quality and definitely best priced we have seen. Ruth is has an incredible wealth of knowledge about all of the carpets she sells, and she is deeply connected with each of the communities in the area producing these beautiful carpets.
Ruth’s store has every style of carpet you could possibly seek, from modern takes on classic styles, to traditional Hereke, to Persian carpets. What she offers, that is rare in other stores, is antique carpets and carpets from smaller villages throughout Turkey. Turkey has a very vibrant carpet making tradition, and each region has very striking and unique styles, techniques, designs, and colors. She really opened my mind to regions and traditions I had not seen previously.
We truly enjoyed our time in Ruth’s store and talking with Ruth. Visiting her store is a must while you’re in Göreme!
Ruth’s store has every style of carpet you could possibly seek, from modern takes on classic styles, to traditional Hereke, to Persian carpets. What she offers, that is rare in other stores, is antique carpets and carpets from smaller villages throughout Turkey. Turkey has a very vibrant carpet making tradition, and each region has very striking and unique styles, techniques, designs, and colors. She really opened my mind to regions and traditions I had not seen previously.
We truly enjoyed our time in Ruth’s store and talking with Ruth. Visiting her store is a must while you’re in Göreme!
Written 16 May 2023
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Werner F
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Feb 2023 • Family
Best carpet shop in Cappadocia!!!
If you are looking to buy a Turkish rug on your visit to Capadocia or even Turkey then you should go here.
It’s a lovely shop nestled in alley in Göreme, very pretty and once you go in there Toni’s like aladin cave- you are spoilt for choice with Carpets and rugs. Antique and quality new ones.
Ruth is extremely knowledgeable and very welcoming, just go into the shop have a tea and let her explain to you about the different rugs. Best thing her prices re fixed - so no need to haggle!
I have bought a number of carpets from her over the last 25 years! Never bought a carpet anywhere else.
If you are looking to buy a Turkish rug on your visit to Capadocia or even Turkey then you should go here.
It’s a lovely shop nestled in alley in Göreme, very pretty and once you go in there Toni’s like aladin cave- you are spoilt for choice with Carpets and rugs. Antique and quality new ones.
Ruth is extremely knowledgeable and very welcoming, just go into the shop have a tea and let her explain to you about the different rugs. Best thing her prices re fixed - so no need to haggle!
I have bought a number of carpets from her over the last 25 years! Never bought a carpet anywhere else.
Written 23 March 2023
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Rebecca R
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Oct 2022 • Solo
An absolute wealth of knowledge. Ruth is personable, knowledgeable and so welcoming, which makes the whole experience of buying a rug or cushion even more special. The range of Turkish textiles that tribal collections has to offer is truly amazing. I would highly recommend tribal collections!
Written 2 February 2023
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Thanks so much Rebecca for a great review - I so appreciate it and I am so happy you enjoy shopping with us. Its the wonderful people like you as well as the gorgeous rugs that make me so delighted to go into the store every day !
Many thanks again
Ruth :)
Written 3 February 2023
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Two To Travel Blog
Indonesia312 contributions
May 2022
The best quality and service for Rugs, Kilims, cushions in Cappadocia and arguably Turkey. Ruth has been living in the region for decades and has the knowledge and best quality, vintage, original rugs and knows all their history. She has an eye for detail, is patient (even lets you stay the whole day pulling out everything to look at and makes you feel at home offering delicious Tea). She has the knack to look at a kilim and tell you exact what area it came from and tell you the story behind each piece. Don’t miss this place, avoid the sellers on the Main Street and go straight to the top with Ruth.
She can package and ship to your country once you have chosen your forever piece and offers certificate of authentication. Not to be missed on your Cappadocia itinerary.
She shipped my rugs back to Australia for me and they arrived home safe and boxed before I had gotten off the plane.
She can package and ship to your country once you have chosen your forever piece and offers certificate of authentication. Not to be missed on your Cappadocia itinerary.
She shipped my rugs back to Australia for me and they arrived home safe and boxed before I had gotten off the plane.
Written 1 February 2023
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Wow ! Thank you so very much for taking the time to write such an awesome review . The day we spend together in the shop will always be such an awesome memory for me and so special in so many ways . I am delighted that you have some gorgeous rugs and kilims that will always remind you of us and your fab travels in Turkey . Big hugs to you both and know you are always so super welcome if you head this way again .Love xx
Written 3 February 2023
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Farah T
Damascus, Dimashq, Syria1 contribution
It was really amazing ^_^ ... nice place, nice things to get, and nice people ... Ruth I'd love to visit your shop again and see you in this wonderful place in Cappadocia
Ruth
Cappadocia, Türkiye31 contributions
Hi Farah,
How lovely to hear from you and thanks for your lovely words.You know we would love to see you again anytime .You are always very welcome :)
greddy114
Hummelstown, PA10 contributions
We will be arriving at Izmir airport at 11pm . Can you arrange travel to a hotel, next day sightseeing to Ephesus and pamukkale and drop at Antalya. 1 day in Ephesus and 1 day in pamukkale
Ruth
Cappadocia, Türkiye31 contributions
I am so sorry but I am a rug shop not a travel agency so I am unable to arrange any of your travel requirements
mohammad a
Dammam, Saudi Arabia27 contributions
hi,
what was the price reange for rugs there?
thanks
Ruth
Cappadocia, Türkiye31 contributions
Hi ,
we have a huge price range and a comprehensive selection that starts at $100 and goes up past 15,000$.All costs depend on the quality, age , origin and rareity of each individual rug . Please feel free to call in and browse or send me an email if you are looking for something specific online
mohammad a
Dammam, Saudi Arabia27 contributions
hi,
what was the price reange for rugs there?
thanks
Ruth
Cappadocia, Türkiye31 contributions
Prices are based on several variables including the quality of materias (wool, silk, etc), size, age, origin and overall condition.Our Prices start at $80 for something very small and handmade and from there the sky is the limit.I always say to people that if you are working on budget allow between $500- $1000 for a 6ft x 4 ft carpet and that would give you a really good wide range to choose from . Under that there are also carpets but you choice is far more limited .
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- Tribal Collections Nomadic Rugs & Textiles is open:
- Thu - Thu 09:00 - 22:00
- Fri - Wed 09:00 - 20:00
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