Basmah Vintage Turkish Runner Rug
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Description
One-of-a-kind vintage rug, handwoven and handknotted in Malatya, Turkey
Dimensions: 3'3" x 11'2" (100 cm x 341 cm)
Basmah 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:
- Pink
Color Palette:
- Salmon Pink
A light, slightly coral pink
- Midnight Blue
A deep blue, almost black
- Dove Gray
A pale gray with a hint of blue
Product Details
- One-of-a-kind new rug — only one in stock!
- 100% wool pile on cotton foundation
- Dimensions: 3'3" x 11'2" (100 cm x 341 cm)
- Low pile: approximately 0.2" (0.5 cm)
- Color palette: salmon pink, midnight blue, dove gray
Curator's Notes
- A variation of motifs—simple, tribal, bold, and colorful—all hailing from the Anatolian region (modern-day Turkey)
- Lined with a repeating set of three medallions to create multiple points of visual interest and direction
- Crosses are a fundamental element of rug design (occasionally alluding to faith)
- Artisanal and tribal, geometric designs feature angular edges and simple shapes—like diamonds, squares, lattices, and stylized animals
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 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.
