Handwoven in wool originating circa 1950-1959, this 6x10 vintage Turkish Chaput kilim joins Rug & Kilim’s Kilim & Flat Weave collection. Hand-crafted from two long stitched panels featuring linear stripe designs in a uniquely soft, heathered pastel palette, it pairs Anatolian upcycling traditions with quiet graphic minimalism underfoot. On the Design: Turkish Chaput kilims hold a revered place in textile history as an early folk precursor to modern sustainable design. Hand-woven by rural Anatolian women, these pieces were crafted on narrow village looms using reclaimed wool, surplus threads, and upcycled remnants, which were then meticulously hand-stitched side-by-side to create broad flatweave floor coverings. This 1950s example is a remarkably delicate expression of that tradition, departing from bold contrast in favor of a soft, watercolor-like tonal harmony. Constructed across two long joined panels, the rug features an understated horizontal stripe layout. Slender bands of charcoal black anchor a serene, variegated field of heathered sage green, soft lavender-pink, pale mustard, and warm cream, punctuated by delicate threads of coral red. The raw, exposed stitching along the center seam highlights its authentic handcrafted soul. Resonating with the tactile, process-oriented spirit of mid-century minimalism and Italian Arte Povera, this vintage Chaput kilim provides a subtle, poetic foundation for modern living rooms, minimalist bedrooms, or organic contemporary interiors. Condition: This vintage Chaput kilim rug enjoys good condition for its age and origin.