{"product_id":"vintage-malatya-adiyaman-kurdish-rug-105-245-cm-3-4-x-8-ft-handmade-wool-rug","title":"Vintage Malatya Adiyaman Kurdish Rug, 105 × 245 cm \/ 3.4 x 8 ft Handmade Wool Rug","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA rare and expressive \u003cstrong\u003evintage handmade Kurdish wool rug from the Malatya–Adıyaman area of eastern and southeastern Anatolia\u003c\/strong\u003e, featuring bold geometric medallions, powerful symmetry, and a richly saturated tribal color palette.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe central field is organized around \u003cstrong\u003etwo large octagonal medallions\u003c\/strong\u003e connected by smaller diamond-shaped motifs. Each medallion contains layered geometric forms, hooked details, crosses, diamonds, and abstract symbolic elements outlined strongly against a deep burgundy ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround the central composition, smaller stepped and angular motifs fill the open spaces, while the outer borders are decorated with repeating \u003cstrong\u003ediamonds, hooked forms, geometric rosettes, and tribal symbols\u003c\/strong\u003e. The bold contrast between dark outlines and warm colors gives the rug a particularly strong folk-art presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette combines \u003cstrong\u003edeep burgundy, dark brown, black, burnt orange, mustard yellow, ivory, muted red, and earthy tones\u003c\/strong\u003e. Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e100 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e, the rug has developed natural tonal variation, patina, and surface character that enhance its authentic antique appearance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout Malatya–Adıyaman Kurdish Rugs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eMalatya and Adıyaman region\u003c\/strong\u003e lies within a culturally diverse part of Anatolia with long-established village, pastoral, and Kurdish textile traditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandwoven rugs associated with Kurdish communities from this broader area often feature a visual language based on:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLarge \u003cstrong\u003egeometric medallions\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrongly outlined diamonds and octagonal forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHooked and stepped motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAbstract symbolic elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBold red, burgundy, orange, brown, black, and ivory palettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense wool construction suited to household and village use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany traditional Kurdish rugs were woven in domestic environments rather than standardized workshops. Designs were often transmitted through families and communities and interpreted freely by individual weavers. Because of this, older examples frequently show subtle asymmetry, changing motif proportions, and spontaneous decorative details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese variations are not imperfections; they are an important part of the rug's \u003cstrong\u003ehandmade tribal character and cultural identity\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis example is especially striking for its \u003cstrong\u003etwo monumental dark-centered medallions, interconnected geometric structure, bold ivory outlines, and richly decorated burgundy field\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Malatya–Adıyaman Area, Turkey\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegion:\u003c\/strong\u003e Eastern \/ Southeastern Anatolia\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTradition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kurdish \/ Tribal Anatolian\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 105 × 245 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize in Feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.4 × 8 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 100 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 Large geometric medallions with traditional Kurdish tribal motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Burgundy, dark brown, black, burnt orange, mustard yellow, ivory and red\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique condition with natural signs of age, patina, and use\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts elongated \u003cstrong\u003e105 × 245 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e proportions make it suitable for a \u003cstrong\u003ehallway, entryway, beside a bed, narrow living area, study, gallery-style space, or as a striking statement rug in a bohemian, rustic, maximalist, or collected interior\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAs a genuine handmade antique rug, slight variations in shape, pile, weave, motif placement, texture, and coloration are natural. These characteristics reflect its traditional craftsmanship and contribute to its individuality.\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":45986051686579,"sku":"9449","price":1099.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/3807\/0707\/files\/Untitled-1copy_98011a70-721d-4e65-b605-c35503a014e3.jpg?v=1788958800","url":"https:\/\/karavanrug.com\/products\/vintage-malatya-adiyaman-kurdish-rug-105-245-cm-3-4-x-8-ft-handmade-wool-rug","provider":"KaravanRug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}