Vintage Konya Kilim, 185 x 360 cm / 6.1 x 12 feet

Sunset Medallions of Konya – Vintage Turkish Wool Kilim Rug

A remarkable 60-year-old vintage Turkish kilim from Konya, Central Anatolia, beautifully reflecting the rich textile heritage and traditional weaving craftsmanship of Anatolian communities.

This authentic handwoven wool kilim features a striking composition of colorful geometric medallions, bold vertical stripes, and intricate tribal ornaments.

Its distinctive color palette combines warm crimson red, terracotta, burnt orange, golden yellow, muted lavender, sage green, dusty blue, burgundy, and contrasting charcoal black.

The central field is divided into five prominent crimson-red vertical panels, each decorated with three hexagonal medallions. These fifteen medallions feature intricate geometric patterns, colorful diamond motifs, and angular decorative borders.

Between the large crimson panels, narrower stripes in sage green, lavender blue, mustard yellow, and orange display repeating geometric ornaments, creating a vibrant and beautifully balanced composition.

The medallions are particularly distinctive for their multicolored geometric centers, combining ivory, yellow, orange, lavender, and black in carefully arranged symmetrical patterns.

Wide charcoal-black bands along the upper and lower edges feature scattered traditional geometric symbols, providing a bold contrast to the warm red central field.

The combination of structured vertical panels, colorful tribal motifs, and expressive geometric ornamentation gives this kilim a distinctive artistic character.

Approximately 60 years old, this vintage Konya kilim preserves the traditional craftsmanship of Central Anatolian flatweave textiles while offering timeless decorative appeal.

Its generous dimensions make it ideal for spacious living rooms, dining areas, bedrooms, open-plan spaces, and interiors that celebrate authentic handmade textiles.

The warm colors and bold geometric patterns complement bohemian, rustic, eclectic, Mediterranean, mid-century modern, and contemporary interior styles.

Product Details

• Origin: Konya, Central Anatolia, Turkey

• Age: Approximately 60 years old

• Material: Wool

• Technique: Traditional Handwoven Flatweave

• Style: Vintage, Anatolian, Tribal, Geometric, Striped

• Size: 185 x 360 cm / 6.1 x 12 feet

• Colors: Crimson Red, Terracotta, Burnt Orange, Golden Yellow, Lavender, Sage Green, Dusty Blue, Burgundy, Charcoal Black

• Design: Fifteen Hexagonal Medallions, Vertical Stripes, Diamond Motifs, Geometric Borders

• Condition: Vintage, with natural characteristics of age and handmade craftsmanship

Authentic Konya Weaving Heritage

Handwoven approximately 60 years ago, this kilim reflects the enduring weaving traditions of Konya, one of Central Anatolia's most important historical textile regions.

The distinctive vertical composition, colorful medallions, and intricate geometric patterns demonstrate the artistic creativity and craftsmanship associated with traditional Anatolian weaving.

The repeated diamond and hexagonal motifs belong to the rich decorative vocabulary of Turkish kilims. These geometric designs have appeared in Anatolian textiles for generations, with their cultural associations varying between regions and individual weaving communities.

Natural variations in color, known as abrash, together with subtle irregularities in the weaving, contribute to the individuality and authentic handmade character of this vintage wool kilim.

Traditional Geometric and Striped Design

The beauty of this Konya kilim lies in its powerful combination of geometric precision and expressive traditional colors.

Five large crimson-red panels establish the central composition, while fifteen hexagonal medallions create a rhythmic decorative pattern.

The multicolored medallions feature intricate geometric centers surrounded by contrasting ornamental outlines, creating visual depth and traditional character.

Alternating vertical stripes in warm orange, lavender blue, and muted green introduce movement and beautifully balance the bold red background.

The charcoal-black bands along the upper and lower edges provide a strong visual frame, decorated with colorful traditional tribal symbols.

An Exceptional Large Vintage Kilim

With its generous dimensions of 185 x 360 cm, this kilim offers a substantial rectangular format suitable for spacious interiors.

Its traditional wool construction adds natural warmth and texture, while the vibrant geometric design creates an impressive decorative focal point.

The rich crimson and orange tones work beautifully with natural wood, leather, linen, stone, and neutral furnishings.

Its combination of traditional patterns and colorful geometric details makes it particularly appealing to collectors, interior designers, and admirers of authentic Anatolian textiles.

A Timeless Anatolian Textile

Traditional Turkish kilims preserve generations of weaving knowledge, artistic expression, and cultural heritage.

This approximately 60-year-old Konya wool kilim represents that tradition through its colorful geometric medallions, decorative vertical stripes, and authentic handmade construction.

Its generous dimensions, distinctive color palette, and traditional craftsmanship make it a beautiful, one-of-a-kind vintage textile.

Carefully washed and ironed before shipping, this vintage Konya wool kilim is prepared to bring warmth, texture, and authentic Central Anatolian weaving heritage into your home.