Nizam Vintage Oriental Rug
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Rug Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Avanos, Turkey
Dimensions: 3'8" x 7'10" (113 cm x 240 cm)
Nizam 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:
- Multicolor
Color Palette:
- Dusty Rose Pink
A medium-to-light pink-red
- Prussian Blue
A dark gray to black-blue
- Cantaloupe
A pale pastel orange
- Lemon Yellow
A light yellow
- Silvery Gray
A light, true gray
Rug Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool pile on cotton foundation
- Dimensions: 3'8" x 7'10" (113 cm x 240 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Color palette: dusty rose pink, prussian blue, cantaloupe, lemon yellow, silvery gray
Curator's Notes
- A prominent, oversized medallion anchors the motif to a center focal point from which the design blooms out and is balanced by complementary design elements
- A variation of motifs—simple, tribal, bold, and colorful—all hailing from the Anatolian region (modern-day Turkey)
- A geometric, step-like pattern which expresses the primitive, artisanal qualities of weaving from nomadic cultures
- 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
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.
