Vintage Turkish Rug, 6.9 x 10 ft Handmade Wool Rug, Floral Cartouche Medallion Large Area Rug

A richly detailed vintage handmade Turkish wool rug, distinguished by its large-scale composition of six decorative floral cartouches, deep contrasting background, and exceptionally intricate border work.

The main field is organized into two horizontal rows of three large scalloped medallion-like cartouches. Each pale ivory cartouche contains a dense arrangement of stylized flowers, leaves, and botanical forms in muted blue, red, green, brown, ivory, and earthy shades. Their repeated placement creates a strong sense of rhythm while allowing each individual motif to retain the subtle irregularities characteristic of hand weaving.

The spaces between the large cartouches are filled with smaller floral and geometric ornaments against a deep navy and dark-toned ground, creating dramatic contrast with the lighter central motifs.

Several finely patterned borders surround the field. The principal border features repeating small ornamental forms on a muted blue ground, while narrower geometric bands frame the composition and add depth. The combination of floral richness and carefully structured borders gives the rug a highly decorative, almost tapestry-like appearance.

Approximately 60–70 years old, the rug has developed naturally softened colors, subtle tonal variations, and an attractive vintage patina that enhance its individual character.

About Traditional Turkish Rugs

Traditional Turkish rugs form part of Anatolia’s long-established handweaving culture, with designs varying considerably according to region, village, workshop, and individual weaver.

Some Turkish rugs emphasize geometric medallions, while others use elaborate floral, botanical, compartment, and cartouche compositions such as this example.

Common characteristics include:

Repeating floral or medallion arrangements
Stylized flowers, leaves, and botanical motifs
Clearly organized symmetrical fields
Multiple decorative borders
Strong contrast between light motifs and dark backgrounds
Wool construction
Natural variations created by hand weaving

This rug is especially notable for its six large floral cartouches, richly ornamented dark field, and unusually detailed border system. The repeated oval-like forms give the composition an elegant formal structure while the handmade botanical details keep it visually lively and individual.

Details
Origin: Turkey
Size: 210 × 310 cm
Size in Feet: 6.9 × 10 ft
Material: Wool
Age: Approximately 60–70 years old
Technique: Handmade / Handwoven
Design: Repeating floral cartouche composition
Motifs: Floral bouquets, leaves, botanical ornaments, scalloped cartouches and geometric border details
Colors: Deep navy, ivory, muted blue, brick red, green, brown, rust and earthy tones
Condition: Vintage condition with natural signs of age and use

With its generous 210 × 310 cm dimensions, this rug works particularly well as a large living room rug, dining room rug, bedroom centerpiece, sitting-room rug, or statement piece beneath a substantial seating arrangement.

As a genuine handmade vintage rug, slight variations in shape, pile, weave, symmetry, motif placement, and coloration are natural. Abrash, or subtle shifts in color tone, is part of the character of traditionally handwoven textiles and contributes to the rug’s depth and individuality.

The rug will be carefully cleaned, washed, and ironed before shipping, so it arrives ready to use or display.