Heribert Vintage Oriental Runner Rug
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Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Sille, Turkey
Dimensions: 4'7" x 11'6" (141 cm x 352 cm)
Heribert has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Product Type:
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Antique Washed
Antique washed rugs are vintage pieces with a neutral palette achieved through a tea wash treatment.
Age:
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Vintage
Typically between 20-100 years old
Main Color:
- Beige, Cream
Color Palette:
- Sandstone
A light tan
- Indigo
A true indigo: dark blue, almost purple
- Taupe
A medium-to-dark brown-gray
- Powder Blue
A pale pastel blue
- Maroon
A medium-to-dark purplish red
Product Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool
- Dimensions: 4'7" x 11'6" (141 cm x 352 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Color palette: sandstone, indigo, taupe, powder blue, maroon
- Gently faded for a neutral tea-washed palette
Curator's Notes
- Lined with a repeating set of five medallions to create multiple points of visual interest and direction
- A hexagonal shape (also known as a “lozenge”) represents the female form and fertility
- A bold set of ram’s horns represents strength and bravery
- A symmetrical overhead view of a floral rosette
- A series of geometrically stylized waves represents water—a vital element of life
Sille, a village in central Turkey near Konya, is known for its wide runners that feature Anatolian patterns with repeating geometric medallions—commonly woven with distinctive red or coral warps and wefts.
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.
