Vintage Turkish Handwoven Rug | Cal Aegean Flat-Weave Rug with Diamond Medallion in Oxidized Pomegranate / Burnt Saffron / Lichen Olive

Age: 1950s

Condition: Excellent

Dimensions: 5' 2" W x 8' 4" L

Floor Heating Safe: Yes

Material: Wool on cotton

Origin: Cal, Denizli, Turkey

Primary Color: Polychromatic

Product Care: Vacuum clean gently or professional cleaning

Shape: Rectangle

Style: Cal style

Handwoven in the 1950s in the Aegean village of Cal, Denizli, this vintage Turkish kilim reflects a regional weaving tradition prized for its compositional clarity and enduring visual authority.

The composition is anchored by a bold, layered diamond medallion—an emblematic structure in Anatolian weaving traditions, often understood as a protective and centering motif. Its nested geometry establishes a strong visual axis, lending the rug an architectural presence that feels remarkably current despite its mid-century origin.

Surrounding the central field, repeated "hands on hips" motifs animate the borders and secondary bands. These ancient symbols of fertility, femininity, and protection are hallmarks of village weaving in the Cal region, offering cultural depth without ornamentation. Their stylized, angular rendering gives the rug a graphic confidence that resonates naturally with modern interiors.

The palette is vivid yet grounded. An oxidized pomegranate field provides warmth and immediacy, while tones of burnt saffron, lichen olive, soft bone, and earthen umber introduce balance and restraint. Naturally dyed and softened through time, the colors have developed the nuanced saturation and patina designers seek when sourcing rugs meant to live comfortably alongside wood, stone, plaster, and linen.

Measuring approximately 5x8, the scale is both generous and versatile. It anchors a seating arrangement with ease, sits comfortably at the foot of a bed, or defines a study or dining space where a flat-woven profile is preferred. The proportions allow the design to read clearly without overwhelming the surrounding architecture.

Handwoven from hand-spun wool in a traditional flat-weave construction, this kilim balances durability with refinement. Its low profile makes it well suited for high-traffic residential spaces, while its visual authority ensures it performs equally well in designer-specified projects and editorial environments.

Not decorative in the fleeting sense, but foundational—chosen for authenticity, longevity, and quiet authority—this Cal kilim rug brings warmth, rhythm, and cultural intelligence into a space. A true one-of-a-kind textile, preserved for those who value heritage craftsmanship and design that transcends trend.