Rose Red Bessarabian Kilim • Vintage European Flatweave Rug (7'9"x9'9")
Rose Red Bessarabian Kilim • Vintage European Flatweave Rug (7'9"x9'9")
SKU: Z156
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Rose Red Bessarabian Floral European Vintage Kilim Rug • Handmade Flatweave Wool Carpet • 8x10 Vintage Area Rug for Living Room, Bedroom, Dining, Kitchen & Study
✔ This rug brings a painterly warmth and old-world romance into the space—a bloom in disguise, expressive and quietly bold. Sitting between abstraction and tradition, the composition reads more like a woven artwork than a strict pattern, with floral forms that feel both familiar and slightly surreal. It has a confident, collected presence that feels soulful and intentional, never rigid or formal.
The warm rose-red field shows beautiful abrash, shifting through gentle variations of rose red, and is playfully disrupted by a surreal floral bouquet in sage green, soft mint, teal, butter yellow, ivory, blush, and touches of plum—colors that hum with folkloric warmth and a modern wink. Framed by a border of stylized buds and vines in jewel tones, the design feels layered and rhythmic, grounding the expressive center while enhancing its decorative flow. This 1950s vintage Bessarabian kilim from Southeastern Europe is as much art as it is heirloom, rich with story, movement, and time-softened character.
Handwoven entirely from wool, it features a tight, durable flatweave with a smooth, low-profile feel. At 7'9" × 9'9", its near-square proportions make it especially versatile—ideal for living rooms, dining areas, or bedrooms where you want color, artistry, and vintage character to take center stage.
RUG DETAILS
Size: 7'9" x 9'9" (approx. 8x10)
Thickness: Roughly 0.2"
Rug Type: Flatweave / Kilim
Material: Hand woven, hand spun wool weave on a wool foundation.
Colors: Rose red (field), espresso brown (border), sage green, soft mint, teal, butter yellow, ivory, blush pink, plum, charcoal
Origin: Balkans (SE Europe)
Circa: 1950s
Condition: In perfect vintage condition. Structurally sound with light, slight wear consistent with its age. The rug shows natural abrash and a soft patina—gentle variations in tone that come from hand-dyeing, weaving, and age—adding depth and character. Professionally cleaned and ready to enjoy.
WHERE IT SHINES ✨
- Perfect for: Living rooms, dining spaces, bedrooms, or sitting rooms where a near-square rug creates balance
- Color & feeling: Warm, painterly, and romantic — the rose-red abrash adds depth while florals soften the mood
- A great choice when you want: A statement rug that feels artistic and expressive without feeling formal or heavy
- Works beautifully with: European, eclectic, bohemian, traditional, and collected interiors
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Please Note
Please Note
- Color and design irregularities are inherent in handcrafted rugs and reflect their artisanal nature.
- Any creases in handmade rugs will naturally relax and flatten within a few days of lying flat.
- Photographs in this listing were taken in daylight or studio lighting designed to closely replicate natural light. Screen settings on individual devices (computer, tablet, or smartphone) may cause slight variations in how the rug’s colors appear.
- The color of a handmade rug is sensitive to light exposure and may appear slightly different depending on the lighting conditions in your space.
Care Instructions
Care Instructions
Regular vacuum cleaning is advised. No dry cleaning or washing machine.
Use a soft damp cloth and a drop of mild soap when necessary.
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