A village-made flat weave kilim from Kars, Eastern Anatolia, handmade in the 1970s from organic wool on wool with natural dyes. Produced for personal household use by local Kars villagers "” not for trade "” this one-of-a-kind piece reflects the unfiltered creative vocabulary of rural Anatolian flat weave tradition, with unconventional pattern arrangements rare in commercial production.

At approximately 3 x 5 ft, this vintage kilim functions as an accent piece suited to Boho-Chic, Organic Modern, and Tribal interiors. The compact format works well as a layering element over natural fiber rugs, as a focused entry accent, or beneath a side table. The multicolor natural-dye palette against a deep charcoal ground integrates readily into both warm-toned and neutral contemporary schemes.

â—† Rug Details:
- Dimensions: 3'1" x 5'0" (37.4 in. x 60.2 in. / 95 cm x 153 cm)
- Materials: Organic Wool on Wool
- Technique: Flat Weave
- Dyeing: Natural Dyes
- Origin: Kars – East Anatolia
- Period: 1970s
- Pile Height: 0.1 in
- Style: Tribal, Boho-Chic, Organic Modern
- Condition: Vintage and unused, preserved in excellent structural condition. No wear to field or foundation. Colors remain fully saturated with no fading. No repairs present. Character-rich irregularities typical of authentic handcrafting "” please review all photos carefully.
- Weight: ~5 lbs (2.4 kg)
- Placement: Living room, dining room, study

â—† Color Palette & Design Insight:
A chromatic tour de force, this Kars kilim orchestrates a full spectrum of natural-dyed hues "” crimson, saffron, and rose "” against a deep charcoal ground with commanding graphic presence.
(Primary colors: charcoal, crimson red, saffron gold, dusty rose, sky blue, warm taupe, ivory, plum)

â—† Motifs & Symbolism:
The field is organized around a repeating grid of elongated tulip-leaf medallions, a motif rooted in Anatolian fertility and regeneration symbolism, rendered here in an uncommonly polychromatic palette across shifting color bands. Each medallion pair flanks a central hourglass or cross figure "” a protective amulet symbol common in Eastern Anatolian village weaving.

â—† Color Disclaimer & Photography:
All images shown are real photographs of the actual rug you will receive, captured by us indoors under natural daylight conditions on a clean, hygienic floor in our physical showroom using a professional camera. We've done our very best to present the most accurate visuals possible. (Some interior or exterior lifestyle images you may see are AI-generated for styling purposes.) Please note that colors may vary from screen to screen, and therefore the tones you see on your device might appear slightly different from the rug's true colors.

â—† Shipping Information:
We ship all of our rugs via expedited, trackable carriers and take great care to package each item securely and carefully. Most shipments arrive in the buyer's country within just a few days. However, please understand that customs clearance and courier delays are beyond our control, and we kindly ask for your patience should such situations occur.

â—† Customs Notice:
- U.S. Buyers – Relax and Shop with Confidence: All customs duties and import taxes for U.S. shipments are fully covered by us.


â—† Heritage & Investment Value:
Each Turkish kilim or rug represents a convergence of nomadic craft tradition, natural material mastery, and singular artistic expression. Hand-woven using techniques refined over centuries in Anatolian villages, these works are produced with organic wool and natural dyes "” materials that ensure structural integrity and chromatic depth well beyond the lifespan of any machine-made alternative. A vintage Turkish rug is both a curatorial acquisition and a sound design investment: one-of-a-kind, sustainable, and only more valuable with age.

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Condition:
Alterations: Original Condition Unaltered
Imperfections: Some Imperfections
Condition Notes: Vintage and unused, preserved in excellent structural condition. No wear to field or foundation. Colors remain fully saturated with no fading. No repairs present. Character-rich irregularities typical of authentic handcrafting "” please review all photos carefully.

Dimensions:
Height: 0.1 in.
Width: 37.4 in.
Depth: 59.8 in.

Category: Rugs
Origin: Turkey
Materials: Wool

Shipping:

Domestic: Flat-rate of $35.00 to anywhere within the contiguous U.S.

International: No International Shipping for this auction.

Combined shipping: Please ask about combined shipping for multiple lots before bidding.

Location: This item ships from Antalya, Konyaalti

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In the rare event that the item did not conform to the lot description in the sale, Chairish Auctions specialists are here to help. Buyers may return the item for a full refund provided you notify Chairish Auctions within 5 days of receiving the item.

Original Condition Unaltered; Some Imperfections; Vintage and unused, preserved in excellent structural condition. No wear to field or foundation. Colors remain fully saturated with no fading. No repairs present. Character-rich irregularities typical of authentic handcrafting �? please review all photos carefully.