This 70-year-old, madder dyed sheep wool rug hails from the Silifke region of Turkey, where nomadic artisans have long woven necessity into works of art. Created along the banks of the Göksü River, its primitive elegance tells stories of both survival and soul. The rug’s earthen foundation of abrashed chocolate brown sets the stage for an unexpected burst of vivid color: neon pink, sunflower yellow, periwinkle blue, cherry red, and mint green. This intriguing palette of joyful defiance, lends a modern, almost playful energy to a deeply traditional piece. What sets this rug apart is its charming asymmetry; one end diverging in coloration, a subtle nod to the hand of its human maker and the improvisational spirit of nomadic life. At its heart, the cross motif stands sentinel, a symbol of protection against negative energy and the ever-watchful evil eye. At once spiritually charged and visually captivating, this rug is more than a floor covering; it’s a tactile relic of a time, a place, and a people. It invites not just admiration, but connection. In any space, it adds a warmth that can’t be replicated, only inherited.
Colour palette: abrashed chocolate brown, sunflower yellow, neon pink, periwinkle blue, cherry red and mint green.
This antique rug is in well-preserved condition with the presence of a sloping edge which is a natural irregularity.
This item is located in Asheville, North Carolina and will be shipped via USPS. Allow for 5-7 days for arrival.
