{"product_id":"vintage-dosemealti-rug-121-193-cm-4-x-6-3-ft-handmade-wool-rug","title":"Vintage Dosemealti Rug, 121 × 193 cm \/ 4 x 6.3 ft Handmade Wool Rug","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA striking \u003cstrong\u003evintage handmade wool rug from Döşemealtı, Antalya\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring a deep dark field, bold geometric medallions, and the powerful tribal character associated with traditional southern Anatolian village weaving.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central field is dominated by \u003cstrong\u003ethree diamond-shaped geometric medallions\u003c\/strong\u003e arranged horizontally across a deep navy and dark brown ground. The two larger medallions contain ivory cross-like floral forms, while a smaller central diamond balances the composition. Numerous small rosettes, hooked motifs, diamonds, and abstract symbols fill the surrounding field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSeveral decorative borders frame the design. Narrow diagonal bands in \u003cstrong\u003eburgundy, red, ivory, and dark blue\u003c\/strong\u003e create rhythmic movement, while the broader outer border contains repeating stylized geometric and botanical motifs. The strong contrast between the dark background and lighter motifs gives the rug a bold, graphic appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette combines \u003cstrong\u003edeep navy, burgundy, dark brown, brick red, ivory, muted blue, black, and earthy tones\u003c\/strong\u003e. Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e70 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e, this piece has developed the natural patina and subtle tonal variations expected from an authentic handmade vintage textile.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Döşemealtı Rugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDöşemealtı is a traditional rug-weaving region in Antalya Province in southern Anatolia, Turkey.\u003c\/strong\u003e The area is particularly associated with village and \u003cstrong\u003eYörük-influenced weaving traditions\u003c\/strong\u003e, producing rugs known for their strong geometry, dark saturated colors, and highly recognizable tribal character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Döşemealtı rugs frequently feature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold \u003cstrong\u003ediamond and geometric medallions\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHooked and angular tribal motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylized flowers and symbolic forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrongly structured multiple borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeep red, burgundy, navy, black, ivory, and earthy palettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense wool construction intended for everyday household use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnlike finely detailed workshop carpets, Döşemealtı rugs often emphasize \u003cstrong\u003elarge-scale geometry and strong color contrast\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their patterns were traditionally interpreted by individual village weavers, so slight differences in symmetry, motif size, and coloration are an important part of their handmade identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is especially attractive for its \u003cstrong\u003ethree-medallion composition, deep navy field, ivory geometric details, and strongly patterned borders\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving it an unmistakable Anatolian tribal aesthetic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Döşemealtı, Antalya, Turkey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Southern Anatolia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Village \/ Yörük-influenced Anatolian weaving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 121 × 193 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize in Feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4 × 6.3 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 70 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade \/ Handwoven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Diamond medallions with geometric, floral, and symbolic motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Deep navy, burgundy, dark brown, brick red, ivory, muted blue and black\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage condition with natural signs of age and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003e121 × 193 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e proportions make it suitable for a \u003cstrong\u003eliving room, bedroom, study, reading corner, entryway, or as a statement rug in a bohemian, rustic, eclectic, maximalist, or collected interior\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a genuine handmade vintage rug, slight variations in shape, pile, weave, motif placement, texture, and coloration are natural. These characteristics reflect traditional craftsmanship and contribute to the individuality of the piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe rug will be \u003cstrong\u003ecarefully cleaned, washed, and ironed before shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it arrives ready to use or display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karavan Rug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45986837299379,"sku":"9465","price":849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/3807\/0707\/files\/Untitled-1copy_18dee6f1-89c2-462a-bccd-92e93f4de2eb.jpg?v=1788963237","url":"https:\/\/karavanrug.com\/products\/vintage-dosemealti-rug-121-193-cm-4-x-6-3-ft-handmade-wool-rug","provider":"KaravanRug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}