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1950's Turkish Tulu Carpet with Modern Style
$2,500
£1,889.69
€2,171.59
CA$3,481.23
A$3,872.73
CHF 2,030.13
MX$47,323.83
NOK 25,851.22
SEK 24,335.35
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50992 Vintage Pastel Turkish Tulu Rug, 03'05 x 05'03. A study in softness and restraint, this hand-knotted wool vintage Turkish Tulu rug embodies a rarefied form of quiet luxury—an heirloom of textural beauty woven for the discerning connoisseur. Born in the highlands of Central Anatolia, Tulu rugs were originally woven not for commerce, but for comfort and intimacy. This particular piece whispers of that origin, with its plush surface and hypnotic chevron pattern rendered in an ethereal palette of sage, lavender, sand, and mist. Each hue is softened by time, creating an organic harmony that feels both elevated and elemental.
The chevron—an age-old signature motif found in tribal textiles around the world—is here reinterpreted with an elegant, meditative subtlety. The pattern moves like ripples across a quiet stream, forming an undulating rhythm that draws the eye and calms the spirit. This exquisite work of art is not meant to shout but to seduce. Its woven language speaks of cultivated taste, a reverence for natural material, and a desire to live with pieces that tell stories in whispers rather than declarations. For those who understand that true rarity lies in the understated, this extraordinary masterpiece offers an experience of quiet grandeur.
Woven entirely by hand using time-honored techniques and locally sourced wool, this precious vintage Tulu rug is a testament to the vanishing traditions of Anatolian village life. Its minimalist beauty conceals a legacy of cultural symbolism: the zigzag may allude to flowing water, a protective force in Anatolian lore, or to life’s journey unfolding in graceful turns. The dreamlike palette, achieved through hand-dyeing and generations of inherited knowledge, imbues this exceptional textile with a soulfulness that cannot be replicated in modern production. Each imperfection is a signature of authenticity, a mark of human hands.
To own this cherished treasure is to possess more than a decorative object—it is to acquire a scarce artifact of aesthetic and cultural refinement. Whether placed in a serene retreat, a modern gallery, or a collector’s salon, this vintage Turkish Tulu transforms its surroundings with effortless prestige. It is a curated expression of timeless taste, a rare textile poem written in wool and woven into legacy.
Rendered in variegated shades of sand, lavender, mint, amethyst, celadon, and beige with other accent colors.
Abrash.
Hand-knotted wool.
Made in Turkey.
Measures: 03'05 x 05'03.
Date: 1950's. Mid-20th Century.
- Dimensions:Width: 41 in (104.14 cm)Length: 63 in (160.02 cm)
- Style:Bohemian (In the Style Of)
- Materials and Techniques:Wool,Hand-Knotted
- Place of Origin:
- Period:
- Date of Manufacture:1950-1959
- Condition:Wear consistent with age and use. Abrash and Desirable Age Wear.
- Seller Location:Dallas, TX
- Reference Number:Seller: 50992 Vintage Turkish Tulu Rug, 03'05 x 05'031stDibs: LU94291126542
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