Besarta Vintage Turkish Rug
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Rug Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Yahyali, Turkey
Dimensions: 3'4" x 6'11" (104 cm x 212 cm)
Besarta 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:
- Red
Color Palette:
- Maroon
A medium-to-dark purplish red
- Navy
A deep true navy
- Camel
A medium-to-dark tan
- Tan
A pale brown
- Slate Gray
A medium blue-gray
Rug Details
- One-of-a-kind vintage rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool
- Dimensions: 3'4" x 6'11" (104 cm x 212 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Color palette: maroon, navy, camel, tan, slate gray
Curator's Notes
- A variation of motifs—simple, tribal, bold, and colorful—all hailing from the Anatolian region (modern-day Turkey)
- A central medallion anchors the motif to a center focal point from which the design blooms out and is balanced by complementary design elements
- A hexagonal shape (also known as a “lozenge”) represents the female form and fertility
- A geometric, step-like pattern which expresses the primitive, artisanal qualities of weaving from nomadic cultures
- The central design is bookended by banner skirt panels
Yahyali, a town near Cappadocia in central Anatolia, is known for rugs woven with primary colors (red, yellow, and blue) featuring Anatolian motifs. These often include a hexagonal or diamond-shaped medallion with pendants on a red field.
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 soft—so it’s super comfy to walk and relax on.
