Aleksy Handknotted Rug
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Rug Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Kayseri, Turkey
Dimensions: 8'4" x 12'1" (256 cm x 369 cm)
This rug 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:
- Beige, Cream
Color Palette:
- Warm Vanilla Beige
A warm pale beige, almost tan
- Sandstone
A light tan
- Navy
A deep true navy
- Slate Gray
A medium blue-gray
- Pale Sage Gray
A light-to-medium gray with a greenish tint
- Dark Dusty Rose Pink
A dark pink-red
Rug Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool pile on cotton foundation
- Dimensions: 8'4" x 12'1" (256 cm x 369 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Color palette: warm vanilla beige, sandstone, navy, slate gray, pale sage gray, dark dusty rose pink
Curator's Notes
- A series of repeating medallions fill out the field in balanced, ornamental details
- Floral motifs are a staple in rug design—showing up in a variety of styles including natural, abstract, and geometric
- A crosshatched fade from gentle wear over time produces a soft, distressed look, muting the original color palette
- A larger border is flanked by two smaller borders
Kayseri, a key rug production center in central Anatolia, is known for rugs featuring finely knotted Persian or geometric motifs.
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 soft—so it’s super comfy to walk and relax on. This wool pile is knotted onto a cotton foundation, another popular choice in rug design. The cotton used is rigid, strong, and provides a sturdy foundation that’s designed to last a lifetime—or ten.
