Kazem
$755.00
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Taspinar, Turkey
Dimensions: 5'4" x 10'0" (165 cm x 305 cm)
All rugs have been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Product Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool
- Dimensions: 5'4" x 10'0" (165 cm x 305 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Color palette: indigo, eggplant, bone beige, sandstone
Curator's Notes
- A modern carpet-weaving mainstay, this medallion centerpiece design was inspired by 15th-century Persian manuscript covers
- A hexagonal shape (also known as a “lozenge”) represents the female form and fertility
- A geometric, step-like pattern often found in Anatolian designs
- A variation of motifs—simple, tribal, bold, and colorful—all hailing from the Anatolian region (modern-day Turkey)
- Floral motifs are a staple in rug design—showing up in a variety of styles including natural, abstract, and geometric
- The central design is bookended by banner skirt panels
Taspinar, in south central Anatolia, is known for high-quality wool rugs with Anatolian motifs that feature elongated hexagonal medallions with stepped edges and geometric floral details.
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.
