Vintage Panelled Kilim Wool Rug With Stripes in Beige by Rug & Kilim, 1950-1959

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Handwoven from wool and originating circa 1950-1959, this 9x13 vintage Turkish kilim joins Rug & Kilim’s Kilim & Flat Weave … Read more Handwoven from wool and originating circa 1950-1959, this 9x13 vintage Turkish kilim joins Rug & Kilim’s Kilim & Flat Weave collection. It features a serene striped layout rendered in warm beige, ivory, and subtle charcoal tones, offering an elegant, minimalist aesthetic with a richly textured handle.

On the Design:

This vintage flatweave belongs to a weaving tradition that has defined Turkish nomadic life for centuries. Historically, Anatolian kilims were crafted using a highly durable weft-faced plain weave, a construction method where the horizontal dyed woolen yarns or wefts are packed tightly over the structural foundation or warps to create a sturdy, reversible textile. Everyday functional kilims embraced a more elemental aesthetic of rhythmic, horizontal stripes rather than complex designs. The true artistry in these striped compositions lay in the raw materiality of the weave itself. Their visual depth relied entirely on small textural nuances, subtle shifts in weaving tension, and the natural *abrash* of the hand-spun yarn, turning simple linear geometry into a highly tactile, unpretentious work of art.

This monumental oversized exemplar honors that authentic structural heritage through a profound commitment to sustainable artisanal craftsmanship. The rug is handwoven entirely from recycled vintage wool, meticulously collected from local villages where it was originally spun by women to make traditional blankets and textiles. By carefully unraveling, recycling, and re-spinning this old wool into new yarn before re-weaving it on a grand scale, artisans preserve the beautiful time-softened patina, heavy-handled weight, and exceptional durability of the original material. Visually, the canvas presents a serene sequence of fine, alternating striping in warm beige, crisp ivory, and soft charcoal. The unique irregularities of the reclaimed yarn introduce subtle, organic undulations across the horizontal bands, infusing the disciplined geometry with a palpable, living warmth perfectly tailored for sophisticated, modern interiors. The accompanying book, Agnes Martin by Frances Morris and Tiffany Bell (eds.). Marion Ackermann, Rachel Barker, Jacquelynn Baas, et al., is part of Volumes by Rug & Kilim. The book (SKU - B123) can be acquired independently through our bookstore.

Condition:

This vintage Turkish kilim rug enjoys good condition for its age and origin. See less