Vintage Turkish Handwoven Rug | Aksaray Soumak Tribal Kilim with Cross-Form Medallion in Madder Red

Age: 1950s

Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: 1' 9" W x 3' 2" L

Floor Heating Safe: Yes

Material: Wool on cotton

Origin: Aksaray, Turkey

Primary Color: Red

Product Care: Vacuum clean gently or professional cleaning

Shape: Rectangle

Style: Yoruk style

This Vintage Aksaray Soumak Kilim Rug is a striking example of Anatolian tribal geometry rendered with sculptural clarity and saturated, mineral-driven color. Woven entirely by hand using the Soumak brocading technique, the surface carries a subtly raised, embroidered texture—dense, tactile, and visually dimensional, distinguishing it immediately from flat-woven kilims.

The composition is organized around a bold cross-form medallion, articulated through stepped, angular arms that extend toward the borders with rhythmic precision. At the center, a compact diamond nucleus in saffron yellow and ivory anchors the design, acting as both visual focal point and symbolic core. Repeating chevron and serrated motifs flank the central axis, creating a sense of movement while maintaining strict symmetry.

The palette is deeply rooted in Anatolian tradition: madder red dominates the field, balanced by indigo blue, oxidized olive green, charcoal accents, and flashes of warm saffron and natural ivory. The natural dyes reveal gentle tonal variation, giving the surface life and depth rather than uniformity.

Its small-scale format makes this piece exceptionally versatile. It works beautifully as a layered textile moment, a collector's accent, or a wall-mounted artifact—ideal for interiors that value authenticity, texture, and narrative over trend.

Handpicked in Turkey by Kilim Couture New York, this is a one-of-one textile—an intimate fragment of Anatolian weaving heritage, equally compelling for designers seeking character-driven materials and private collectors drawn to rare, soulful objects.