Vintage Turkish Kilim in Saffron Abstract Geometric Pattern - Rug & Kilim

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Made with handwoven wool in Turkey circa 1950-1960, this vintage 9x15 kilim with a minimalist geometric pattern is a particularly … Read more Made with handwoven wool in Turkey circa 1950-1960, this vintage 9x15 kilim with a minimalist geometric pattern is a particularly exciting, rare find in Rug & Kilim’s collection of panel-woven Kilims.

On the Design:

This striking, two-tone vintage kilim presents a sophisticated visual tension where mid-century boldness meets tribal abstraction. Admirers of the craft may admire the highly saturated and intensely graphic geometric patterns in the all-over style.

It’s clearly a work of the best dye, showcasing a dynamic interplay between the deep espresso brown ground and the vibrant, almost fluorescent saffron/marigold orange motifs.

What makes it truly special is the unique, minimalist geometry of the design. It features a repeating pattern of highly abstracted, interlocking forms—reminiscent of stepped serrated hooks—that create a powerful, rhythmic sense of movement across the entire field.

This highly modern, two-tone approach is an intriguing departure from the polychromatic complexity found in traditional kilims of its period. The fine detail and the vibrant, saturated colors are among the many personal elements that give these Kilims their beauty and irreplaceable old-world charm.

It’s a fine play of rustic geometric motifs rendered in a reserved, sophisticated, and undeniably bold manner, and its size offers vast design applications, making it well-suited to other decorative purposes.

Condition:

This mid-century Turkish kilim enjoys good condition for its age and origin.
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