Glepiex - Vintage Medallion Rug - 5'8 X 9'4

This hand-woven, one-of-a-kind piece preserves Anatolian heritage through a flatwoven construction, showcasing a faded patina with abrash detail and an overdyed finish. Featuring a 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, sun-bleached tones design.

About This Style

Vintage rugs are designed to evoke an antique aesthetic, often featuring faded tones, abrash colour variation, and distressed surface treatments. These pieces frequently incorporate a central medallion motif—a hallmark of Anatolian design—rendered in geometric or stylised forms, alongside intricate floral patterns derived from botanical blossoms and vines. Distressing is achieved through decades of use or intentional overdying, a process that creates a ghost-pattern by leaving traces of the original design beneath a saturated colour wash.

Where It Works

The flatwoven construction of this rug allows it to lie perfectly flush against the floor, making it ideal for high-traffic zones such as hallways, entryways, and kitchens. Its low-profile nature is compatible with underfloor heating systems and serves as an effective base for layering over larger carpets.

Why Choose This Rug?

• — Features a classic beige palette with a central medallion and delicate floral motifs, reflecting mid-century design.
• — Constructed from a cotton and polyester blend, providing both the breathability of natural fibres and the moisture resistance of synthetic materials.
• — The flatweave construction ensures a no-shed, low-pile surface that is simple to maintain and durable for daily use.
• — 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.
• — Engineered for high-traffic environments and compatible with underfloor heating, offering a practical solution for modern living spaces.