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Wool

NO. 32803

Turkey, c. 1950-1959

2'7" X 10'5" (0.79 m x 3.18 m)

Out of Stock (Inquire for Custom)

Vintage Turkish Runner, Brown with Colorful Diamond Design - Rug & Kilim

This vintage rug is a 3x10 Turkish distressed piece, made with hand-knotted wool circa 1950-1959. It is an exciting new addition to our collection of distressed Turkish rugs. On the Design: Admirers of the craft will especially appreciate vintage Turkish distressed rugs as enduring works with their own layered history and artistry. This particular piece is a rare exploration of geometric rhythm and balance. Its mosaic design stands out as a timeless and versatile motif, where the subtle rhythm of repeating forms creates both structure and movement. The muted earthy palette, accented with unexpected traces of ivory and beige, adds depth and visual intrigue while maintaining harmony. As much a statement of modern minimalism as it is a reflection of timeless Anatolian artistry, this rug bridges folk tradition with contemporary appeal. Condition: This vintage Turkish Distressed Rug further enjoys good condition for its age and origin.

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"Rug & Kilim's inventory spans the past four centuries and includes everything from ethnic and tribal patterns to European designs, as well as a host of Art Deco, abstract and understated tone-on-tone offerings, all in a vast array of materials, weaves and sizes."

— Tony Freund, 1stDibs Editorial Director

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Specifications:

Measurements: 2'7" x 10'5" ( 0.79 m x 3.18 m )
Categories: Default
Classification: Distressed, Geometric
Material: Wool
Origin: Turkey
SKU: 32803

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NO. 34126 Made with hand-knotted wool and originating in Russia circa 1850-1860, this 8x19 antique Karabagh rug and is a rare extra-long runner and oversized addition to Rug & Kilim’s coveted European collection. For centuries, the Karabagh region—poetically called the “Black Garden”—has been a crossroads of empire, craftsmanship, and cultural memory. Its rugs shimmer with expressive geometry, lyrical florals, and natural dyes that have captivated collectors for generations. Today, designers and connoisseurs seek out these pieces not only for their visual presence, but for the emotional resonance they bring into a room. Karabagh rugs are textiles with pulse— woven memoirs whose artistry continues to evolve in dialogue with contemporary interiors. This guide explores their history, structure, symbolism, and enduring relevance, offering a lens on one of the most intriguing Caucasian weaving traditions.

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There are ateliers the world recognizes by their mere whisper — Lesage for Chanel’s embroidery, the pleat artisans behind Dior’s silhouettes, the silken sculptors who drape cloth into legend. Yet beneath our feet lies an atelier perhaps less spoken of, though no less sacred. An atelier where legacy does not parade on runways, but unfurls across floorboards. This is the quiet realm of Rug & Kilim — where weaving is not a craft, but a culture, and every rug is haute couture translated into tapestry. A tribute to the rug as heirloom, artwork, and haute couture To step into one of our pieces is not merely to decorate a room — it is to collect. To curate. Just as a Rothko commands its wall not by its size, but by its silence, a Rug & Kilim creation commands presence by its detail, restraint, and profound sense of time. These are not rugs — these are woven paintings, as rare and reverent as a hand-gilded icon from Byzantium or a brushstroke from the École des Beaux-Arts.

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Vintage Turkish Geometric Runner

Vintage Turkish Geometric Runner

Vintage Turkish Geometric Runner

Vintage Turkish Geometric Runner

Vintage Turkish Geometric Runner

Vintage Turkish Geometric Runner

Vintage Turkish Geometric Runner

Vintage Turkish Geometric Runner

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Wool

NO. 32803

Turkey, c. 1950-1959

2'7" X 10'5" (0.79 m x 3.18 m)

Out of Stock (Inquire for Custom)

Vintage Turkish Runner, Brown with Colorful Diamond Design - Rug & Kilim

This vintage rug is a 3x10 Turkish distressed piece, made with hand-knotted wool circa 1950-1959. It is an exciting new addition to our collection of distressed Turkish rugs. On the Design: Admirers of the craft will especially appreciate vintage Turkish distressed rugs as enduring works with their own layered history and artistry. This particular piece is a rare exploration of geometric rhythm and balance. Its mosaic design stands out as a timeless and versatile motif, where the subtle rhythm of repeating forms creates both structure and movement. The muted earthy palette, accented with unexpected traces of ivory and beige, adds depth and visual intrigue while maintaining harmony. As much a statement of modern minimalism as it is a reflection of timeless Anatolian artistry, this rug bridges folk tradition with contemporary appeal. Condition: This vintage Turkish Distressed Rug further enjoys good condition for its age and origin.

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"Working with this family-owned team has been an absolute joy. Their communication, craftsmanship, and flawless execution on our custom rugs consistently exceed expectations."

— Phoebe Howard, James Michael Howard

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Specifications:

Measurements: 2'7" x 10'5" ( 0.79 m x 3.18 m )
Categories: Default
Classification: Distressed, Geometric
Material: Wool
Origin: Turkey
SKU: 32803

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