Vintage Turkish hand-knotted semicircle rug in vivid red and warm gold, 1.4x2.5 ft. Hand-knotted in Isparta technique, 1980.

✦ A CORNER OF FIRE AND GOLD ✦
This vivid red and gold semicircle was woven in 1980 — entirely by hand, using pure wool and the timeless Isparta technique. It was once the corner of a full carpet, carrying within it a dramatic floral star blazing against a deep red ground. Below, a warm gold arabesk border unfolds in sweeping scrolling vines and geometric frames — the kind of detail that once graced a much grander piece.
Rather than let this corner of history disappear, we carefully cut and professionally finished the edges into this perfect half moon form — preserving every inch of the original hand-knotted field, giving it a new life at a new threshold.
For forty-five years these colors have deepened and settled. The red has aged into something richer than new. The gold has warmed into amber. This is not a palette you can manufacture. This is time itself, woven into wool.
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📐 SIZE & DIMENSIONS

42 x 76 cm
16.5 x 29.9 inches
1.4 x 2.5 ft
Pile: completely flat / worn to base

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🎨 DESIGN & CHARACTER

Style: Two-zone semicircle — vivid red center with large floral star above, warm gold arabesk border below
Colors: Vivid red, warm gold/amber, cream, sage green accent, warm brown stripe, dark navy outline
Upper field: deep vivid red ground with large oversized cream and sage green floral star motif — bold and dramatic
Warm brown and black stripe band separates center from border
Lower border: warm gold/amber ground with scrolling arabesk vine, geometric frame and medallion accent
Pile worn completely flat across entire surface — colors remain vivid despite heavy age
The flat worn surface is not a flaw — it is the authentic signature of a forty-five year old hand-knotted piece
Subtle color variations are the fingerprints of the woman who wove it

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🏠 PERFECT FOR

Entryway doormat
Fireplace hearth rug
Beside the bed accent
Bathroom accent rug
Boho or eclectic interior styling
Wall hanging / textile art piece

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⚠️ PLEASE NOTE
This semicircle rug was cut and shaped from a larger hand-knotted carpet. The edges were carefully trimmed and professionally re-finished. All conditions are clearly shown in our photos and video.
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🧼 CARE INSTRUCTIONS

Vacuum gently — no beater bar
Spot clean with cold water and mild soap
Professional cleaning recommended for deep maintenance
Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
Do not machine wash or tumble dry
Use a rug pad to prevent slipping

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📦 SHIPPING & DELIVERY

Ships from Turkey within 1–3 business days
FREE shipping to USA, Canada, UK, and EU countries
Shipped via UPS, FedEx, DHL, or USPS
Tracking number provided
Estimated delivery: 2–6 business days

🛃 CUSTOMS & IMPORT DUTIES
US BUYERS: Price includes all import duties and customs fees — no surprise charges at delivery. Shipped DDP via UPS/FedEx.
All other countries: Import duties and customs fees are the buyer's responsibility.
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💛 WHY BUY FROM US?
At RedstoneVintageArt, every rug is personally handpicked, professionally cleaned, and carefully packaged. We believe vintage rugs are not just floor coverings — they are heirlooms waiting for their next chapter.
Returns & exchanges accepted.