{"product_id":"vintage-konya-derbent-rug-110-185-cm-3-6-x-6-1-ft-handmade-wool-rug","title":"Vintage Konya Derbent Rug, 110 × 185 cm \/ 3.6 x 6.1 ft Handmade Wool Rug","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA distinctive \u003cstrong\u003evintage handmade wool rug from Derbent, Konya\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring an unusual all-over \u003cstrong\u003e“cat print” or cat-paw-inspired motif\u003c\/strong\u003e, warm naturally aged colors, and the expressive character of traditional Central Anatolian village weaving.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central field is covered with hundreds of small repeating geometric motifs arranged densely across a warm \u003cstrong\u003ebrick-red and terracotta ground\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their compact rounded and pointed forms create the visual impression of tiny \u003cstrong\u003epaw prints or footprints\u003c\/strong\u003e, giving the rug its distinctive “cat print” character.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRather than using a dominant central medallion, the design relies on continuous repetition across the entire field. A bold border of alternating \u003cstrong\u003etriangular forms\u003c\/strong\u003e in black, ivory, salmon, muted yellow, and gray frames the composition and creates a strong contrast with the intricately patterned center.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately \u003cstrong\u003e90 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e, this rug has developed natural tonal variation, surface character, and patina that enhance its authentic vintage appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout the “Cat Print” Design\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe term \u003cstrong\u003e“cat print” or “cat paw motif”\u003c\/strong\u003e is used here as a descriptive name for the small repeating forms covering the central field. When viewed together, these tiny motifs resemble \u003cstrong\u003estylized animal paw prints\u003c\/strong\u003e scattered rhythmically across the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis should not be understood as a literal depiction of cats. Instead, it describes the visual impression created by the abstract geometric pattern.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditional Anatolian village rugs often contain motifs whose forms can be interpreted in several ways. Designs were passed between generations and frequently adapted by individual weavers, so the same motif could acquire different local or descriptive names.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis rug is especially appealing because the tiny paw-like motifs form an almost continuous texture across the field, while the large triangular border provides a bold geometric counterpoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Konya Derbent Rugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDerbent is a district of Konya in Central Anatolia, Turkey\u003c\/strong\u003e, within a broader region known for long-established village, pastoral, and household weaving traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRugs from the Konya region can vary considerably between individual communities, but traditional examples frequently feature:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong \u003cstrong\u003egeometric and repetitive patterns\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylized botanical, animal-inspired, and symbolic motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold village-style borders\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarm reds, browns, yellows, ivory, and dark contrasting tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNatural variations resulting from handmade production\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesigns interpreted individually by local weavers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis particular example stands out for its \u003cstrong\u003edense all-over field, distinctive paw-like motifs, graphic triangular border, and beautifully aged palette\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Derbent, Konya, Turkey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Central Anatolia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 110 × 185 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize in Feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.6 × 6.1 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 90 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 Cat print \/ paw-like repeating geometric motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brick red, terracotta, black, ivory, muted yellow, salmon, gray and earthy tones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage condition with natural signs of age, patina, and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts \u003cstrong\u003e110 × 185 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e proportions make it suitable for a \u003cstrong\u003ebedroom, entryway, reading corner, small living area, study, bedside space, or as an unusual folk-art accent rug\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. 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