Smajo Vintage Oriental Runner Rug
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Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Malatya, Turkey
Dimensions: 3'6" x 10'5" (108 cm x 320 cm)
Smajo has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Product 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:
- Orange
Color Palette:
- Fiery Orange
A bright orange, slightly reddish
- Dove Gray
A pale gray with a hint of blue
- Inky Black
True black
- Charcoal
A dark gray
- Goldenrod Yellow
A deep, orangish yellow
- Cadmium Red
A slightly-warm, medium red
Product Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool pile on cotton foundation
- Dimensions: 3'6" x 10'5" (108 cm x 320 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Color palette: fiery orange, dove gray, inky black, charcoal, goldenrod yellow, cadmium red
Curator's Notes
- Lined with a repeating set of four medallions to create multiple points of visual interest and direction
- Artisanal and tribal, geometric designs feature angular edges and primitive shapes—like diamonds, squares, lattices, and stylized animals
- 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
- A classic, eight-pointed star stands for balance and harmony
- A crosshatched fade from gentle wear over time produces a soft, distressed look, muting the original color palette
Malatya, found in central Anatolia, is known for its coarsely knotted rugs and geometric designs woven by Kurdish tribes.
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.
