Slesa - Vintage Medallion Rug - 5'5 X 9'5

This beige hand-woven, one-of-a-kind piece embodies Anatolian heritage through its flatwoven construction, faded patina, and 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.

About This Style

Vintage rugs are defined by an aged aesthetic, often utilising distressed surface treatments like abrash colour variation and faded zones to reveal the base structure. Medallion motifs serve as central anchors, while floral patterns introduce botanical elements derived from traditional Ottoman and 20th-century regional design. These pieces often undergo an overdyed process, resulting in a ghost-pattern effect where original motifs remain visible beneath a saturated colour wash.

Where It Works

The flatweave construction allows this rug to sit flush against the floor, making it ideal for high-traffic areas such as hallways, entryways, and kitchens. Its thin profile is compatible with underfloor heating systems and is highly effective for layering over larger carpets.

Why Choose This Rug?

• — Features a classic central medallion motif paired with intricate floral scrolling, rendered in sun-bleached beige tones.
• — Constructed from a cotton and polyester blend, providing the breathability of natural fibre with the moisture resistance and durability of synthetic materials.
• — The flatwoven construction ensures a no-pile surface that is resistant to shedding and easy to maintain in active households.
• — 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.
• — Designed for longevity, this rug offers a high-traffic durable surface suitable for both residential and commercial interior environments.