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Handwoven in Turkey in the 1960s, this authentic wool runner rug brings timeless Anatolian craftsmanship into your home, blending rustic …
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Handwoven in Turkey in the 1960s, this authentic wool runner rug brings timeless Anatolian craftsmanship into your home, blending rustic charm and cultural heritage into any hallway or corridor space.
Crafted by Anatolian artisans in the 1960s, this vintage Turkish runner rug embodies generations of weaving tradition and cultural storytelling. Meticulously hand-knotted from wool on wool, it reflects the authentic techniques of Southeastern Anatolia. Once woven by villagers for personal use, it carries a unique heritage — a textile meant to serve daily life while preserving cultural symbolism. Its boho, farmhouse, and rustic character makes it an elegant yet grounded addition to modern interiors. Ideal for high-traffic areas, this piece transforms hallways, kitchen galleys, or corridors with warmth and primitive authenticity. Its tactile texture and traditional design language bring a soulful accent to contemporary homes. Invite this heirloom-quality rug into your space and let it become a cherished part of your daily life.
Technical Details
• Origin: Southeastern Anatolia, Turkey
• Construction: Hand-knotted runner rug
• Materials: Wool on wool
• Dyeing Process: All colors are natural fleece tones — no dye used
• Measurements: 2 ft 10 in x 12 ft 2 in (34 x 146 inches)
• Weight: 17.6 lbs
• Pile height: ~0.25 in
• Condition: Vintage, used in good condition; professionally cleaned; odorless; minor irregularities due to handmade nature
• Historical note: Originally woven for personal use by village families; shaved pile finish
• Recommended usage: Hallway, corridor, kitchen galley beside islands or footboard next to the bed
• Care: Rug pad recommended; vacuum gently without a beater bar
Motifs & Symbolism
The geometric forms repeated along the runner’s central field embody strength, protection, and continuity — timeless themes in Anatolian textile art. These bold tribal shapes often symbolize life’s journey and the desire for prosperity, connecting past generations with the present.
Color Palette & Design Insight
• Warm ivory fleece — soft neutral foundation
• Fawn brown — subtle warmth
• Chestnut — earthy depth
• Umber — grounding contrast
This understated palette of undyed wool tones blends effortlessly with minimalist, farmhouse, and rustic interiors. Its earthy sophistication complements wood floors and natural materials while adding quiet depth to transitional spaces.
Color Disclaimer & Photography:
All images shown are real photographs of the actual rug you will receive, captured by us indoors under natural daylight conditions on a clean, hygienic floor in our physical showroom using a professional camera. We’ve done our very best to present the most accurate visuals possible. (Some interior or exterior lifestyle images you may see are AI-generated for styling purposes.) Please note that colors may vary from screen to screen, and therefore the tones you see on your device might appear slightly different from the rug’s true colors.
International Shipping:
We ship all of our rugs via expedited, trackable carriers and take great care to package each item securely and carefully. Most shipments arrive in the buyer’s country within just a few days. However, please understand that customs clearance and courier delays are beyond our control, and we kindly ask for your patience should such situations occur.
U.S. Buyers – Relax and Shop with Confidence: All customs duties and import taxes for U.S. shipments are fully covered by us.
What Is a Turkish Kilim?
Origins — Turkish rugs and kilims have been woven for centuries across Anatolia, a crossroads of civilizations and textile traditions. Emerging from nomadic practices and village life, these handwoven textiles were essential household items and deeply symbolic cultural artifacts.
Symbolism — Motifs and patterns in Turkish weaving often carry layered meanings — fertility, strength, protection, and harmony. Geometric designs are not mere decoration but encoded stories passed down through generations.
Weaving Technique — Unlike flat-woven kilims, which are crafted with interlocking warp and weft threads, this piece is hand-knotted, forming a soft pile surface that offers warmth and durability. The use of undyed wool highlights the natural beauty of the fleece and reflects sustainable traditional practices.
Modern Relevance — Today, Turkish rugs are celebrated worldwide for their authenticity, craftsmanship, and timeless style. They bridge past and present, bringing depth, character, and cultural heritage into contemporary living spaces.
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- Dimensions
- 2′10″ × 12′2″ and 0.25″ thick
- Rug Construction
- Hand Knotted
- Pattern
- Geometric
- Period
- 1960s
- Country of Origin
- Turkey
- Item Type
- Vintage, Antique or Pre-owned
- Materials
- Wool
- Condition
- Good Condition, Original Condition Unaltered, Some Imperfections
- Color
- Ivory
- Condition Notes
- Vintage, used in good condition; professionally cleaned; odorless; minor irregularities due to handmade nature Vintage, used in good condition; professionally cleaned; odorless; minor irregularities due to handmade nature less
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