Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner Handmade Extra Long Hallway Decor 3'x13'7"

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This is a truly exceptional find. This isn't just a rug; it's a piece of history and a work of … Read more This is a truly exceptional find. This isn't just a rug; it's a piece of history and a work of personal art. Handwoven in the Kars region of northeastern Turkey around the 1970s, this kilim was made for a family's personal use, not for commercial sale. This intent is visible in the quality of the craftsmanship—the tight weave, the meticulous detail, and the beautiful preservation of the design.

The natural, undyed wool colors. The rich field of browns, tans, and grays are the authentic colors of the sheep's fleece. In a market where so many rugs are made with synthetic dyes, finding a piece that celebrates the raw beauty of its natural materials is becoming increasingly rare and sought after.

The design itself is a fantastic example of a Kars Kilim—a crossroads of Anatolian and Caucasian design traditions. The bold, powerful medallions command attention, balanced by the intricate geometric motifs and sharp, contrasting borders. This kilim has a strength and a story woven into every thread.

This rug has been professionally cleaned and is in excellent condition, ready to bring warmth and character to your home. Its unusual length makes it perfect for a long hallway or as a runner for an open-concept space. This is a one-of-a-kind piece that will not only anchor a room but also serve as a timeless conversation starter.

Item Details
Dimensions: 3 ft x 13 ft 7 in (36 x 163 inches)
Material: 100% Hand-spun Wool
Origin: Kars Province, Turkey
Age: Circa 1970s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition. Professionally washed and cleaned.

Colors in this Kilim
Natural Browns & Tans: The undyed, earthy tones of the wool.
Golden Yellow: A vibrant, sunny hue that adds warmth and light.
Navy Blue & Black: Rich, deep colors providing a bold and dramatic contrast.
Rust Red & Cream: Complementary shades used to define intricate patterns and borders.

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Please kindly note that; the image color may differ from the actual item colors and colors may differ from screen to screen.

Buyer please note : Rug have some ABRASH.
What is the abrash :
Anyone who looks closely at the photographs of rugs in this web site will notice that, in many of them, colors change in horizontal bands throughout the rugs. A band of darker red, for instance, may lie between larger areas of lighter red. That kind of color-variation is called abrash. Most often abrash is caused by variation in dyelots and is most often encountered when rugs are woven in relatively primitive conditions where each dyelot may consist of only 20 or 30 gallons- as opposed to dye mixed in cities that may consist of 500 or 1000 gallon batches. But there are other causes of abrash as well. There can be large differences in the kind and the natural color of wool used in one rug, and each wool absorbs dye a little differently. Also, when wool is spun by hand, the tension of the spin varies and consequently so does the capacity of the wool to absorb dye. That band of darker blue that we cited above may result from a batch of loosely spun wool that absorbed a lot of dye.
Is abrash a flaw?

The answer lies in the eyes of the beholder. Germans, by and large, don’t like abrash. Other people enjoy the character that abrash seems to add to oriental rugs. We would like to suggest that strong abrash is not appropriate to finely knotted rugs and carpets made in city workshop conditions—rugs like Kashans and Nains that seem to aim for a kind of perfection. On the other hand, in tribal and village rugs, abrash often looks good and is by no means a flaw. But you, the connoisseur, are the final judge. See less