7 x 11 Vintage Turkish Kars Rug 50748

50748 Vintage Turkish Kars Rug, 07'04 x 11'05.

Emerging from the storied city of Kars in northeastern Turkey, this hand-knotted wool vintage Kars rug carries with it the whispers of centuries. Woven by masterful hands steeped in ancestral knowledge, each thread tells a tale of resilience, artistry, and reverence for beauty. In the traditions of Anatolian weaving, these rugs were never merely functional—they were expressions of identity, symbols of protection, and silent witnesses to domestic life. This particular piece embodies that heritage, translating the voice of the past into a language of enduring elegance.

Here, the soul of Mid-Century Modern design merges seamlessly with the ancient rhythm of tribal artistry. A refined center medallion, flanked by elegant cartouche finials, anchors the composition with geometric grace, reminiscent of Ottoman motifs softened by time. The expansive field, awash in layers of abrash, moves like shifting desert sands—rich with tonal gradations that add movement and depth. Along the perimeter, pastel florals bloom in delicate repetition, echoing the balance between symmetry and spontaneity. The entire piece feels like a meditation on stillness, structure, and softness.

Its palette, drawn from the earth’s own memory, offers quiet warmth—beiges, tans, dark browns, and gentle touches of rose and butter yellow. This harmony of color aligns effortlessly with modern interiors, especially those guided by natural materials and subtle sophistication. The border, composed of clean rectilinear elements, contrasts the organic flow of the abrash with grounded linearity, creating a tension that feels both thoughtful and intuitive. It is this play of restraint and expression that allows the rug to embody both old-world charm and contemporary clarity.

More than a rug, this vintage Turkish Kars masterpiece is a poetic composition in wool—a woven reflection of human hands in tune with nature and design. It invites one to slow down, to appreciate the imperfection that makes something truly unique. Ideal for those drawn to Wabi-Sabi, organic modernism, or timeless minimalism, it brings warmth, history, and quiet wonder to any space it inhabits. As light moves across its surface, it seems to shimmer with the memory of its makers, offering a grounding presence and a story waiting to be continued.

• Abrash. 
• Hand-knotted wool. 
• Made in Kars Region, Turkey. 
• Measures: 07'04 x 11'05.
• Pile Height: 0.16 of an inch.
• Date: 1960's. Mid-20th Century.