Vintage Turkish Kazak Runner Rug, Handwoven Wool Tribal Medallion, Distressed Burgundy Red Slate Blue Gold, 63 x 137 cm / 24.8 x 53.9 in / 2.1 x 4.5 ft, Anatolian Tribal.

✅ US orders ship DDP — no customs fees or surprise charges at delivery. Free shipping to USA, Canada, UK and EU.

✦ THE STORY BEHIND THIS RUG

This rug was woven by a woman.

Not in a factory. Not by machine. But by hand — on a loom, at home, in a village in Anatolia. Decades ago, Turkish women wove these rugs either to furnish their own homes or to contribute to the family's income. Each pattern was chosen by the weaver herself, each knot tied with her own hands. No two rugs were ever identical, because no two women wove the same way.

We source these rugs directly from old homes and private collectors across Turkey — places where these pieces have rested for 40, 50, sometimes 60 years. When we find one, it begins a journey before it reaches you.

First, we shake out decades of dust. Then we carefully shear the pile — what we call "hav" in Turkish — to bring the surface back to an even, clean finish. The rug is then washed and goes through a series of restoration steps. Finally, the edges are hand-stitched to ensure it arrives in your home structurally sound and ready to use.

What you receive is not just a rug. It is a one-of-a-kind textile that survived decades, was made by someone's hands, and was carefully prepared to live another chapter — in your home.

You will never find another exactly like it.

✦ ABOUT THIS RUG

This runner was hand-knotted in the Kars region of eastern Anatolia in the Kazak tradition — a bold, tribal weaving style with roots in the Caucasus, prized by collectors for its strong geometry and fearless use of color. It dates to the mid-20th century, making it approximately 50 years old.

Three tribal medallions run the length of the runner, drawn in the angular, geometric language of the Kazak weavers. The field is a deep burgundy red, grounded and warm, set against slate blue, gold, and cream in the medallions and borders. Years of use have worn the pile low and softened the colors, giving the rug an authentic, storied vintage character. Bold yet balanced, it carries the unmistakable presence of a true tribal weaving.

✦ THE MEANING BEHIND THE PATTERN

Kazak medallions are among the most powerful motifs in the tribal weaving tradition — geometric, protective, and ancient. Each stepped medallion is a shield and a blessing, a symbol of strength woven to guard the home and those within it. Unlike the flowing florals of western Anatolia, the Kazak language is bold and architectural, speaking of mountains, tribes, and the open highlands where these designs were born.

Rendered in burgundy, blue, and gold, these are the colors of the Caucasus — deep earth, mountain sky, and the gold of late light on stone. A weaver who worked in this tradition was weaving strength and protection into every knot, a quiet guardian meant to walk with a family through the years.

📏 Size: 63 x 137 cm / 24.8 x 53.9 in / 2.1 x 4.5 ft

🧶 Material: 100% natural wool pile, cotton foundation

🤲 Technique: Hand-knotted

📍 Origin: Kars, Turkey (Kazak tradition)

⏳ Age: Estimated 50+ years old (mid-20th century)

🪡 Pile height: Low — naturally worn to an even, smooth finish

🎨 Colors: Burgundy red, slate blue, gold, cream, brown

🧼 Condition: Vintage distressed — natural fading and even wear consistent with age; structurally sound, professionally cleaned and restored

✦ WHERE TO USE IT

This runner works beautifully in:

— Hallways and entryways

— Kitchen or by a doorway

— Beside a bed in the bedroom

— Layered over a larger neutral rug

— Boho, tribal, southwestern, or eclectic interiors

❆ CARE & CLEANING

Vacuum regularly without the beater bar. Rotate periodically for even wear. For spills, blot immediately — do not rub. Professional cleaning recommended for deep cleaning. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the colors.

✅ CUSTOMS & IMPORT DUTIES

US orders are shipped duty-paid. No surprise customs fees or import taxes at delivery for US customers. International buyers outside the US are responsible for any customs fees, import taxes, or duties that may apply in their country.

✈️ SHIPPING

We ship worldwide from our warehouse in Turkey with full tracking on every order.

Orders are dispatched within 1–3 business days of purchase.

Estimated delivery after dispatch:

— USA, Canada, UK and all EU countries: 2–6 business days

Free shipping to USA, Canada, United Kingdom, and all European Union countries.

We work with UPS, FedEx, DHL, and USPS to ensure fast and reliable delivery. Once your order ships, you will receive your tracking number automatically so you can follow your package every step of the way.

GPSR — Manufacturer: SFA Trading LLC, Demirci/Manisa — sfatradingusa@gmail.com

GPSR — EU Responsible Person: Vonissa s.r.o, Bratislava, Slovakia, ICO: 55776868 — ismail@vonissa.sk

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