This 3x12 vintage Sivas kilim runner is an exciting new addition to Rug & Kilim’s Kilim & Flat Weave collection—a masterpiece of the Turkish flatweave style, handwoven in wool and believed to originate from Turkey circa 1940-1949. On the Design: Sivas, located in central Anatolia, possesses a rich and dual-faceted weaving identity. While the city’s commercial workshops were historically celebrated for producing formal, curvilinear carpets, the rural communities surrounding the region maintained a deeply authentic tradition of flatwoven kilims. This vintage runner is a brilliant artifact of that rural lineage, showcasing the structural ingenuity and bold geometric lexicon of Anatolian folk art. The weaver departs from open-field kilim layouts by employing a highly structured, columnar framework, highlighting an impressive command of spatial organization. The true design intelligence of this piece lies in its rhythmic linearity and dimensional layering. A series of intricate, horizontally banded beige-brown columns create a ladder-like foundation that stretches across the vermillion field. Within and around these structural bands, an array of small-scale, vibrant geometric medallions—rooted in ancient tribal motifs meant to symbolize protection and prosperity—are meticulously placed. This precise, architectural layout not only grounds the lively, rhythmic geometry but also lends a remarkable sense of depth and dimensionality rarely achieved in traditional flatweaves, resulting in a highly versatile, masterfully drafted foundation. Condition: This vintage Sivas runner enjoys good condition for its age and origin.