Vintage Turkish Isparta Hand Knotted Wool Rug, All-Over Floral Rosette, Distressed Ivory Sand Cream, 123x195 cm / 48x77 in / 4x6.4 ft, Anatolian Carpet.

✦ 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 Isparta rug was hand-knotted in 1983 in the Isparta region of southwestern Turkey — a weaving tradition known for its tight knotting, high-quality natural wool, and classical compositions.

The design is a borderless all-over rosette and vine scroll — a continuous, endlessly repeating pattern of small floral nodes and curving stems that fills the entire field from edge to edge with no dominant center and no structured border. This format is one of the most refined in Turkish carpet design: it demands that every knot be tied with consistent precision across the entire surface, with no central composition to anchor the eye.

The palette is exceptionally restrained. Over four decades of natural aging, the original colors have faded to a near-tonal harmony of ivory, cream, and warm sandy brown. The fading is slightly uneven — the center is marginally lighter, the edges marginally warmer — a natural result of decades of light exposure and use. This subtle variation gives the rug depth without introducing any strong color contrast.

The overall effect is serene and quietly sophisticated — a rug that adds texture and warmth to a room while disappearing into its surroundings in the best possible way.

✦ PRODUCT DETAILS

📏 Size: 123 x 195 cm / 48.4 x 76.8 inches / 4 x 6.4 ft

🧶 Material: 100% natural wool pile, cotton foundation

🤲 Technique: Hand-knotted

📍 Origin: Isparta, Turkey

⏳ Age: Estimated 42 years old (woven c. 1983)

🪡 Pile height: Low — professionally sheared for an even, clean finish

🎨 Colors: Ivory, off-white, cream, warm sand, taupe, light brown

🧼 Condition: Good distressed vintage condition. The rug shows natural fading and age-related wear consistent with its 42 years — the palette has softened to an almost tonal ivory-sand harmony. The fading is slightly uneven across the field, which is a natural characteristic of aged wool, not damage. No tears, no holes, no odor. Professionally cleaned, sheared, and restored before shipping.

✦ WORKS BEAUTIFULLY IN

— Living rooms and sitting areas as an understated centerpiece

— Bedrooms — especially under or beside the bed in neutral or linen-toned rooms

— Home offices and reading nooks seeking calm without visual noise

— Layered boho setups over jute, sisal, or a darker flat-weave

— Dining rooms under a round or rectangular table

— Minimalist, Japandi, Scandinavian, farmhouse, and transitional interiors

✦ CARE & CLEANING

Rotate periodically to ensure even wear. Vacuum gently on low suction — avoid the fringe. For spills, blot immediately with a clean dry cloth; do not rub. Professional cleaning is recommended for deep cleaning. Avoid prolonged direct sunlight to preserve the natural fiber tones.

✅ 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 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.

Most vintage rugs dispatch from Turkey; selected U.S.-stock products are identified in the full description above. Every shipment includes tracking. The current destination charges are:

United States: Free shipping. Free shipping. Duties and import fees included (DDP).

Canada: Free shipping. Free shipping. Local taxes and duties may apply.

European Union: Free shipping. Free shipping. Local VAT and customs charges may apply.

United Kingdom: Free shipping. Free shipping. Local VAT and customs charges may apply.

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