Makara - Vintage Medallion Rug - 5'9 X 10'1

This hand-woven, one-of-a-kind Anatolian heritage piece features a flatwoven construction, faded patina, abrash detail, and overdyed finish. It offers 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 beige and brown aesthetic.

About This Style

Vintage rugs are designed to replicate the aesthetic of mid-20th-century Anatolian hand-weaving, often utilising distressed surface treatments to mimic natural wear. These pieces frequently incorporate a medallion—a central circular, oval, or diamond motif—alongside intricate floral patterns such as vines or blossoms. The distressed character is often achieved through overdyeing, a process that creates a ghost-pattern effect where original motifs remain visible beneath a uniform colour wash, resulting in abrash colour variations.

Where It Works

The flatwoven construction allows this rug to lie completely flat, making it an ideal choice for high-traffic areas such as hallways, entryways, and kitchens. Its low-profile design is compatible with underfloor heating systems and is highly effective for layering over larger carpets or hard flooring surfaces.

Why Choose This Rug?

• — Features a central medallion motif complemented by traditional floral elements and a distinct distressed character.
• — Constructed from a cotton and polyester blend, offering the natural breathability of cotton with the added moisture resistance and durability of polyester.
• — The flatwoven construction ensures a no-shed, low-pile surface that remains stable in busy environments.
• — 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 versatility, the rug is reversible, safe for underfloor heating, and suitable for layering in various household settings.