Tahmeena Vintage Oriental Rug
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Rug Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Kars, Turkey
Dimensions: 3'8" x 4'7" (114 cm x 140 cm)
Tahmeena 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:
- Dove Gray
A pale gray with a hint of blue
- Spiced Pumpkin Orange
A medium orange, slightly brownish
- Ash Brown Gray
A light-to-medium brownish gray
- Maroon
A medium-to-dark purplish red
- Navy
A deep true navy
Rug Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool
- Dimensions: 3'8" x 4'7" (114 cm x 140 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Fringe: measures 1.6" (4 cm)
- Color palette: dove gray, spiced pumpkin orange, ash brown gray, maroon, navy
Curator's Notes
- A variation of motifs—simple, tribal, bold, and colorful—all hailing from the Anatolian region (modern-day Turkey)
- Deeply meaningful symbols to the women weavers of this culture, these interconnected medallions represent pregnancy and motherhood
- Crosses are a fundamental element of rug design (occasionally alluding to faith)
- A classic, eight-pointed star stands for balance and harmony
- A larger border is flanked by two smaller borders
Kars, found in the easternmost part of Turkey (near the Caucasus border), is known for its rugs woven with modified Caucasian designs. Almost always constructed with an all-wool foundation, these rugs are coarsely woven in either earth-toned natural wool colors (like cream, gray, and brown) or pastel pinks and blues.
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.
