Botera - Vintage Medallion Rug - 4'9 X 9'2

This hand-woven, one-of-a-kind piece embodies Anatolian heritage through its flatwoven construction and faded patina. Featuring abrash detail and an overdyed finish, this low-pile, no-shed, high-traffic durable, layering-friendly, underfloor-heating safe, reversible weave, soft-touch, distressed character, ghost-pattern, 70s craftsmanship, cotton-polyester blend, single-piece artisanal rug presents unique sun-bleached tones.

About This Style

Vintage rugs are designed to evoke an aged aesthetic, often featuring faded tones, abrash colour variation, and distressed surface treatments. These pieces reference the mid-20th-century Anatolian hand-weaving tradition, where items were produced in small village workshops using regional motifs. Distressing often results from decades of use combined with an overdyed finish, a process where the rug is submerged in a saturated colour bath, leaving ghost traces of the original pattern visible. The medallion motif, a hallmark of classical design, provides a central anchor, typically rendered in geometric or stylised forms framed by a distinct border.

Where It Works

The flatwoven construction allows this rug to lie flat against the floor, making it suitable for high-traffic areas such as hallways, entryways, and kitchens. It is compatible with underfloor heating systems and serves as an effective base for layering over larger rugs to define floor space.

Why Choose This Rug?

• — Features a central medallion motif characteristic of classical Anatolian geometry, rendered in beige and brown tones with a distressed, ghost-pattern effect.
• — Constructed from a cotton and polyester blend; the cotton provides natural breathability, while the polyester increases durability and moisture resistance for everyday use.
• — The flatwoven construction produces a no-pile surface that lies flat, resists shedding, and maintains a clean profile in busy areas.
• — These rugs reference the Anatolian hand-weaving tradition; each piece is one-of-a-kind, with minor variations in colour and pattern that are characteristic of vintage-style production.
• — The reversible weave and low-profile design make this rug highly versatile for layering and safe for use over underfloor heating.