Vintage Konya Runner Rug, 147 × 390 cm / 4.8 x 13 ft Rug, Handmade Wool Turkish Rug

A remarkable antique handmade Konya rug from Central Anatolia, Turkey, woven from wool and featuring a beautifully balanced sequence of traditional geometric medallions. Measuring 147 × 390 cm (4.8 × 13 ft), this approximately 120-year-old rug is an impressive example of historic Anatolian village weaving and has survived in good condition for its considerable age.

The warm brick-red central field is decorated with a row of five large diamond-shaped medallions, each composed of layered geometric forms and delicate hooked extensions. The medallions alternate subtly in color, creating rhythm across the unusually long field without disturbing the overall symmetry.

Between and around the main medallions are repeated stylized floral and branching motifs, arranged along the upper and lower portions of the field. These smaller ornaments add visual richness while allowing the five principal medallions to remain dominant.

Several narrow decorative borders surround the composition. Repeating floral, diamond, and angular motifs in muted shades create a finely detailed frame around the strong red interior.

The naturally aged palette includes brick red, faded coral, muted blue-gray, ivory, beige, olive, mustard, brown, burgundy, and soft earthy tones.

About This Antique Konya Rug

Konya, in Central Anatolia, is one of Turkey’s historically significant weaving regions. Traditional rugs from the wider Konya area are recognized for their strong geometric vocabulary, village-made character, wool construction, and bold yet balanced compositions.

At approximately 120 years old, this piece can appropriately be described as an antique rug rather than simply vintage. Its age gives it additional historical and decorative interest, particularly because the original composition remains clearly visible.

The repeated five-medallion layout is especially effective in this long format. Instead of using one dominant central motif, the weaver created a continuous sequence that naturally guides the eye across the entire length of the rug.

Notable characteristics include:

• Five large geometric diamond medallions
• Long and elegant runner proportions
• Stylized floral and branching motifs
• Traditional Konya village weaving character
• Rich brick-red central field
• Naturally softened antique colors
• Fine multi-layered border decoration
• Handmade wool construction
• Approximately 120 years of age

About the Condition

Considering its age of approximately 120 years, this rug is preserved in good antique condition.

“Good condition” for a rug of this age does not mean that it is identical to a newly woven carpet. Antique handmade rugs naturally develop signs of time and use, such as softened pile, subtle fading, minor irregularities, tonal differences, and variations in the weave.

These age-related characteristics are expected in an authentic antique textile and form part of its historical character. The overall design remains strong and visually coherent, making this piece suitable both for decorative use and for collectors of antique Anatolian textiles.

Details

• Origin: Konya, Turkey
• Region: Central Anatolia
• Size: 147 × 390 cm
• Size in Feet: 4.8 × 13 ft
• Material: Wool
• Age: Approximately 120 years old
• Period: Antique
• Technique: Handmade / Hand-Knotted
• Type: Antique Konya Runner Rug
• Design: Five geometric diamond medallions
• Colors: Brick red, coral, blue-gray, ivory, beige, olive, mustard, burgundy and brown
• Condition: Good antique condition with natural age-related character

Its long 147 × 390 cm proportions make it particularly suitable for a hallway, corridor, gallery, long entrance, dining space, large bedroom, or alongside a long table or seating arrangement.

Natural variations in pile, symmetry, weave density, motif alignment, and coloration are characteristic of handmade antique rugs. Subtle tonal variations, known as abrash, contribute to the individuality and authenticity of the piece.

The rug will be carefully washed and ironed before shipping, so it arrives clean and ready to use.