Madder Red Esme Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug • Handmade Tribal Flatweave Rug (5'4"x10')

Madder Red & Olive Green Vintage Esme Turkish Kilim Rug •  Handmade Wool Carpet • 5x10 Geometric Flatweave Area Rug for Hallway, Living Room, Bedroom & Study

 ✔  This kilim brings a joyful, collected energy into the room, with bold geometric motifs, striking tribal drawing, and a color palette that feels both playful and deeply rooted in Anatolian tradition.

The palette is beautifully layered — madder red, olive green, moss green, sky blue, dusty lavender, charcoal brown, soft ivory, butter yellow, and pale blush. The madder red field creates a warm, vibrant foundation, while the varied green tones bring freshness and movement to the composition. Together with the sky-blue and lavender accents, they create a color story that feels cheerful, expressive, and remarkably current despite the rug's age.

Handmade in the Esme region of western Turkey during the 1940s, this vintage Anatolian kilim reflects a weaving tradition celebrated for its bold geometry, expressive color palettes, and highly decorative tribal motifs. The large stepped medallions, stylized floral forms, and strong border elements create a rhythmic composition that feels both folk-art inspired and surprisingly modern.

Handwoven from handspun Anatolian wool, this flatweave has developed the soft handle and character that only decades of age can create. The colors remain exceptionally vibrant and well-preserved, and the rug presents in remarkable condition for its age. The finely woven surface and crisp drawing showcase the skill of the original weaver while preserving the authentic personality of the piece.

At 5'4" × 10', this is a highly versatile runner size for hallways, kitchens, entryways, studios, bedrooms, or narrow living spaces where you want color, pattern, and handmade character without sacrificing practicality.

RUG DETAILS
Size: 5'4" x 10' (approx. 5 by 10)
Thickness: Roughly 0.2"
Rug Type: Kilim / Flatweave Rug
Material: Hand woven, hand spun wool weave on a wool foundation. 
Colors: Madder Red, Olive Green, Moss Green, Sky Blue, Dusty Lavender, Charcoal Brown, Soft Ivory, Butter Yellow, Pale Blush
Origin: Western Turkey
Circa: 1940s
Condition: Excellent vintage condition with beautifully preserved colors and weave. Professionally cleaned and ready to enjoy.

WHERE IT SHINES ✨

• Perfect for: Collected homes, creative interiors, and lovers of authentic Anatolian textiles with strong graphic character
• Effect: Adds warmth, vibrant color, and bold geometric movement while creating an inviting focal point
• A great choice when you want: A true vintage Turkish kilim with exceptional color, distinctive green accents, and unmistakable tribal character
• Works beautifully with: Bohemian, Organic Modern, Southwestern, Eclectic, Mediterranean, and Collected Contemporary interiors

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