Keanayn - Vintage Medallion Rug - 5'10 X 9'5

This red hand-woven, one-of-a-kind piece embodies Anatolian heritage through its flatwoven construction, faded patina, and distinct abrash detail. Featuring an overdyed finish, 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, and sun-bleached tones, this rug represents unique historical character.

About This Style

Vintage rugs are designed to evoke an antique aesthetic, often featuring faded tones, abrash-like colour variation, or worn-look surface treatments. These pieces reflect the mid-20th-century Anatolian hand-weaving tradition, where items were produced in village workshops using regional motifs. Distressing occurs through decades of use or intentional overdyeing, which leaves ghost-pattern traces of the original design beneath a single-colour wash, while the medallion motif serves as a central geometric or stylised anchor within the composition.

Where It Works

The flatweave construction allows this rug to lie flat against the floor, making it highly functional for high-traffic areas such as hallways, kitchens, and dining spaces. Its low profile is compatible with underfloor heating and supports layering over larger rugs. The durable nature of the weave ensures suitability for busy households and professional environments.

Why Choose This Rug?

• — Features a prominent central medallion motif framed by a stylised border, characteristic of classical Anatolian geometric design.
• — Constructed from a cotton and polyester blend; the cotton provides natural breathability, while the polyester increases moisture resistance and structural longevity.
• — The flatwoven construction results in a no-pile surface that is easy to clean, shed-free, and resistant to wear 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.
• — Optimal for high-traffic zones, this rug is underfloor-heating safe and features a reversible weave for balanced wear.