Vintage Turkish Kilim Exotic Yarn Rug With Ivory Stripes by Rug & Kilim, 1950-1959

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Handwoven in goat hair and originating circa 1950-1959, this 6x8 vintage Turkish kilim rug joins Rug & Kilim’s Kilim & … Read more Handwoven in goat hair and originating circa 1950-1959, this 6x8 vintage Turkish kilim rug joins Rug & Kilim’s Kilim & Flat Weave collection. It features a beautifully heathered brown and beige ground punctuated by crisp ivory stripes and a subtle tribal motif, celebrating the raw, highly textured appeal of Anatolian flatweaves.

On the Design:

Keen eyes may note that mid-century Anatolian flatweaves woven with goat hair are prized for their extreme durability and rugged architectural texture. Originally favored by nomadic tribes for practical domestic textiles, these resilient materials yield a slubby, highly tactile handle that standard wool cannot replicate. This 1950s kilim is a masterclass in understated elegance, defined by a heavily heathered field of warm beige and brown.

For designers and collectors alike, this earthy and organic canvas is rhythmically divided by thin, crisp vertical stripes in soft ivory, creating a disciplined, minimalist geometry. Adding a touch of idiosyncratic charm, a solitary geometric tribal motif or perhaps a protective amulet—is subtly placed off-center, breaking the strict linear program and proudly revealing the human hand behind the loom. Woven in a classic flatweave technique, this rug possesses a substantial, heavy drape. It effortlessly bridges authentic rural craftsmanship with a clean, contemporary visual language, making it an ideal, grounding anchor for modern, eclectic, or minimalist interiors. The accompanying book, Marimekko: The Art of Printmaking by Laird Borrelli-Persson, is part of Volumes by Rug & Kilim. The book (SKU - B405) can be acquired independently through our bookstore.

Condition:

This vintage Turkish kilim enjoys good condition for its age and origin. See less