Birkan Vintage Oriental Rug
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Rug Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Kars, Turkey
Dimensions: 2'9" x 4'9" (86 cm x 146 cm)
Birkan has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Rug Type:
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Naturally Aged
Vintage, handwoven rugs from Turkey and Morocco, selected for their color and design and preserved as-is.
Age:
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Vintage
Typically between 20-100 years old
Main Color:
- Pink
Color Palette:
- Dusty Rose Pink
A medium-to-light pink-red
- Royal Blue
A medium-to-deep true blue
- Cornflower Blue
A light-to-medium slightly violet-blue
- Warm Vanilla Beige
A warm pale beige, almost tan
Rug Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool
- Dimensions: 2'9" x 4'9" (86 cm x 146 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Color palette: dusty rose pink, royal blue, cornflower blue, warm vanilla beige
Curator's Notes
- A variation of motifs—simple, tribal, bold, and colorful—all hailing from the Anatolian region (modern-day Turkey)
- Lined with a repeating set of three medallions to create multiple points of visual interest and direction
- Anatolian in origin, a hands-on-hips motif represents a mother goddess figure (sometimes with a child in her womb)—symbolizing motherhood, fertility, and abundance
- A bold set of ram’s horns represents strength and bravery
- Typically associated with the Yoruk nomads of Anatolia, these latch-hook ornaments are believed to protect against sources of danger—including ill will, wild animals, and natural disasters
- Triangular amulet design—believed to protect against evil spirits and bad luck
Kars, found in the easternmost part of Turkey (near the Caucasus border), is known for its rugs woven with modified Caucasian designs. Almost always constructed with an all-wool foundation, these rugs are coarsely woven in either earth-toned natural wool colors (like cream, gray, and brown) or pastel pinks and blues.
Material DetailsWool is the most widely used fiber in Turkish rug design. Not only is it plentiful in supply, it’s durable, long-lasting, and incredibly plush—so it’s super comfy to walk and relax on.
