Mentore Vintage Oriental Rug
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Rug Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Avanos, Turkey
Dimensions: 4'3" x 8'6" (130 cm x 260 cm)
Mentore 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:
- Salmon Pink
A light, slightly coral pink
- Mustard Yellow
A rich, brownish yellow
- Prussian Blue
A dark gray to black-blue
- Bone Beige
A pale, cool beige
- Powder Blue
A pale pastel blue
Rug Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool pile on cotton foundation
- Dimensions: 4'3" x 8'6" (130 cm x 260 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Color palette: salmon pink, mustard yellow, prussian blue, bone beige, powder blue
Curator's Notes
- Deeply meaningful symbols to the women weavers of this culture, these interconnected medallions represent pregnancy and motherhood
- A geometric, step-like pattern which expresses the primitive, yet artisanal qualities of weaving from nomadic cultures
- A tree of life (a symbol found in several religions around the world) alludes to the Garden of Eden
- Just like a modern-day barber's pole, this pattern features alternating slanted stripes
- A variation of motifs—simple, tribal, bold, and colorful—all hailing from the Anatolian region (modern-day Turkey)
Avanos, found in central Anatolia, is famous for its handcrafted goods, including rugs and pottery. Rugs from this area tend to feature geometric floral motifs and scalloped-edge fields.
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. 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.
