Axente Vintage Tribal Kilim Runner Rug
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Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, flatwoven in Balikesir, Turkey
Dimensions: 1'8" x 5'10" (52 cm x 179 cm)
Axente has been professionally cleaned; age-related wear and natural inconsistencies are inherent in these unique, handcrafted vintage rugs.
Product Type:
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Kilim
Flatwoven, pileless rugs that often have distinctive geometric patterns and contrasting bright colors.
Age:
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Vintage
Typically between 20-100 years old
Main Color:
- Beige, Cream
Color Palette:
- White
A true white
- Espresso Brown
An almost-black brown
- Spiced Pumpkin Orange
A medium orange, slightly brownish
- Canary Yellow
True yellow
- Slate Gray
A medium blue-gray
Product Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool pile on cotton foundation
- Dimensions: 1'8" x 5'10" (52 cm x 179 cm)
- Color palette: white, espresso brown, spiced pumpkin orange, canary yellow, slate gray
Curator's Notes
- Artisanal and tribal, geometric designs feature angular edges and simple shapes—like diamonds, squares, lattices, and stylized animals
- 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
Balikesir is a western Anatolian town known for nomadic Yoruk rugs. These tend to feature stepped hexagonal patterns and a maze-like pattern of latch-hook motifs.
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 soft—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.
