Vintage Oushak Kilim, 170 x 310 cm / 5.6 x 10 feet

Crimson Heritage of Esme – Vintage Turkish Wool Kilim Rug

A remarkable 70-year-old vintage Turkish kilim from Eşme, Uşak, Western Anatolia, beautifully reflecting the rich cultural heritage and traditional weaving craftsmanship of Anatolian communities.

This authentic handwoven wool kilim features a striking composition of three large geometric medallions, intricate tribal ornaments, and richly decorated concentric borders.

Its distinctive color palette combines deep crimson red, burgundy, dusty lavender, charcoal black, soft ivory, mustard yellow, muted olive green, warm terracotta, and earthy brown tones.

The central field is distinguished by three prominent hexagonal medallions arranged horizontally across the kilim. Each medallion contains intricate geometric details, smaller diamond-shaped motifs, and symmetrical angular patterns.

The medallions are surrounded by a richly decorated crimson-red field filled with repeating star-like ornaments, small geometric symbols, and traditional tribal motifs.

One of the most distinctive features of this kilim is its beautifully structured series of rectangular borders. Alternating burgundy, lavender-gray, and dark charcoal bands create a layered composition, each decorated with repeating geometric patterns and colorful ornamental motifs.

The outermost border features bold multicolored geometric designs against a dark background, beautifully framing the elaborate central composition.

Approximately 70 years old, this vintage Eşme kilim preserves the artistic traditions of Western Anatolian flatweave craftsmanship while offering timeless decorative appeal.

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

The warm colors and traditional geometric patterns complement bohemian, rustic, eclectic, Mediterranean, farmhouse, and contemporary interior styles.

Product Details

• Origin: Eşme, Uşak, Western Anatolia, Turkey

• Age: Approximately 70 years old

• Material: Wool

• Technique: Traditional Handwoven Flatweave

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

• Size: 170 x 310 cm / 5.6 x 10 feet

• Colors: Crimson Red, Burgundy, Lavender Gray, Charcoal Black, Ivory, Mustard Yellow, Olive Green, Terracotta

• Design: Three Hexagonal Medallions, Geometric Star Motifs, Layered Decorative Borders

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

Authentic Uşak Eşme Weaving Heritage

Handwoven approximately 70 years ago, this kilim reflects the enduring textile traditions of Eşme, one of the distinctive weaving regions of Uşak in Western Anatolia.

Eşme kilims are admired for their geometric compositions, expressive color combinations, and traditional flatwoven wool craftsmanship.

The repeated geometric medallions, star-like ornaments, and intricate decorative borders reflect the visual vocabulary of traditional Anatolian weaving.

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

Traditional Geometric Design

The beauty of this Eşme kilim lies in its carefully structured composition and harmonious use of traditional colors.

Three large geometric medallions form the central focal point, while smaller repeating motifs create a richly detailed surface.

The crimson background adds warmth and depth, beautifully contrasted with ivory, lavender-gray, and charcoal geometric patterns.

The layered borders introduce additional visual rhythm, with alternating bands of colorful ornaments and intricate angular designs.

The combination of bold central medallions and richly patterned borders gives this kilim a distinctive decorative character.

A Distinctive Large Vintage Kilim

With its generous dimensions of 170 x 310 cm, this kilim offers a versatile rectangular format suitable for a variety of spacious interiors.

Its traditional wool construction brings natural warmth and texture, while the intricate geometric patterns create an expressive decorative focal point.

The warm red tones and muted contrasting colors complement natural wood, leather, linen, stone, and neutral furnishings.

Its authentic handmade character makes it particularly appealing to collectors, interior designers, and admirers of traditional Anatolian textiles.

A Timeless Anatolian Textile

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

This approximately 70-year-old Uşak Eşme wool kilim represents that tradition through its geometric medallions, intricate decorative borders, and authentic handmade construction.

Its richly detailed design, expressive color palette, and traditional craftsmanship make it a distinctive, one-of-a-kind vintage textile.

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