Bearing the unmistakable character of authentic Turkish Kula tribal weaving, this hand-knotted wool rug announces itself with a boldness that is difficult to ignore. The rug features a cream ivory field anchored by a striking geometric medallion, its elongated form built from interlocking angular shapes in coral, blue, and ivory, with tribal hook motifs radiating outward in a composition that feels raw, graphic, and deeply rooted in Anatolian weaving heritage. A vivid coral red inner field frames the medallion on all sides, populated with scattered tribal devices and scrolling forms that add rhythm and movement to the design. The outer border is rendered in near-black, densely packed with flowering vines in coral and ivory that wrap the entire composition in a strong, confident finish. Knotted on a genuine Oushak wool foundation, this rug carries structural integrity and a wool-on-wool construction.
- Exact Size: 3'4"x5'4"
- Weave: Hand Knotted Rug
- Yarn: Wool
- Color: Light Peach, Coral, Aqua, Blue, Multi
- Origin: Turkey
- Pile Height: 0.5 inch
- Condition: New
- Condition Description: New With Tags
- Rug#: ORH20421
Story Behind the Art: Kula is a small town in western Turkey that has been producing handwoven rugs for centuries, and these rugs have become so prized that the town's name is now used to describe the style itself. Kula rugs are known for their soft, earthy tones often featuring intricate floral and geometric patterns arranged in neat borders around a central field. Traditionally made from wool and dyed using natural materials, they have a slightly rustic, aged quality that gives them a lot of charm and character. Because genuine antique Kula rugs are rare and have been collected by museums and connoisseurs for hundreds of years, they're considered an important part of both Turkish craft history and the wider world of decorative art.