Venceslav
Venceslav Vintage Oriental Rug
Free Rug Shipping $50+
Download Tearsheet
Rug selectionSelection paralysis? Get a free design consultation with our design team. Learn more
Rug Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Kars, Turkey
Dimensions: 5'4" x 8'10" (165 cm x 270 cm)
Venceslav has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Rug Type:
-
Naturally Aged
Vintage, handwoven rugs from Turkey and Morocco, selected for their color and design and preserved as-is.
Age:
-
Vintage
Typically between 20-100 years old
Main Color:
- Pink
Color Palette:
- Dusty Rose Pink
A medium-to-light pink-red
- Faded Raspberry
A light red-purple
- Eggplant
A dark, brownish purple
- Royal Blue
A medium-to-deep true blue
- Pale Sage Gray
A light-to-medium gray with a greenish tint
- Blush Beige
A pale pinkish beige
Rug Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool
- Dimensions: 5'4" x 8'10" (165 cm x 270 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Color palette: dusty rose pink, faded raspberry, eggplant, royal blue, pale sage gray, blush beige
Curator's Notes
- Lined with three geometrically stylized Anatolian medallions
- A hexagonal shape (also known as a “lozenge”) represents the female form and fertility
- A variation of motifs—simple, tribal, bold, and colorful—all hailing from the Anatolian region (modern-day Turkey)
- Typically associated with the Yoruk nomads of Anatolia, these latch-hook ornaments are believed to protect against sources of danger—including ill will, wild animals, and natural disasters
- A simple, but classic design—zig-zag patterns represent water as a vital element in life
- A symmetrical overhead view of a floral rosette
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.