Hand knotted vintage quality with character

Why this Kars Rug Runner?

Exact Details

The details of 1.5x3.5 Vintage Distressed Kars Rug Mat Runner

Type
Rug Origin: Turkey Era: Circa 1970s Size: 1'9" x 3'3" Design: Oversize center medallion with stepped geometric blossom contours Border: Thin banded meandering vine leaf Colors: Silver, oxidized silver, dark copper, bronze, pale coffee brown, pink Condition: Even wear with original or restored side cord selvages Cleaning: Recently professionally cleaned Construction: Hand knotted

What arrives

One vintage Kars rug mat runner

Size and Shape

Precise Dimensions

Shipping & Returns

Delivery and Return Policies

Ships within 1-3 business days via UPS Ground unless freight required. Tracking and insurance included. Contact Old New House promptly for any shipping issues. Rates at checkout.

Ships within 1-3 business days via UPS Ground unless freight required. Tracking and insurance included. See checkout for exact rates.

30-day returns accepted. No label or restocking fees. Customer must return item within 3 days of receiving the return label with insured shipment.

30-day return window with no label or restocking fees. Must return within 3 days of receiving return label in insured transit.
Vintage distressed Kars rug mat runner with geometric blossom medallion and vine leaf border

Quiet earth, lived-in warmth

A compact Kars mat that softens the room with oxidized silver and dark copper tones, its stepped blossoms and meandering vine border speaking in a low, confident hush.

Small scale, big history

A pause of texture at your feet

Vintage Kars character

Doorways and work nooks often feel unfinished—hard floors echo, and the eye skips past. The 1.5x3.5 Vintage Distressed Kars Rug Mat Runner anchors that slip of space with hand‑knotted geometry and mellow, timeworn color. Even wear reveals the knot heads like freckles, a note of honesty that suits daily life.

Grounded by pattern

At 1'9" x 3'3", it slides into entry landings, beside a bed, or beneath a favorite chair without crowding. Silver, bronze, and dark coffee hues settle beautifully against old floorboards and contemporary finishes alike, letting the room breathe while giving the feet a destination.

For the collector at home

Someone who prefers storied textiles in compact sizes, seeking a vintage Turkish Kars piece with quiet color and dependable, secured edges.

Place and live

Lay it at the kitchen sink, studio bench, or entry threshold to define a daily landing spot with gentle color and pattern.
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Maker Legacy

Old New House® Heritage

Old New House® brings a generational eye to hand‑picked vintage and antique rugs. Dave draws on a four‑generation line on his mother’s side and a five‑generation lineage on his father’s side in designing, manufacturing and importing hand knotted rugs dating to the mid‑1800s. Together with Melissa—who photographs and edits every listing—they curate each textile and also make one‑of‑a‑kind furniture and pillows. Operating from a flagship showroom in the NYC suburbs and balancing family life with two young children, they prioritize quality, craftsmanship, and the decorative story behind each piece. If you want authentic hand‑knotted construction presented with thoughtful photography and considered editing, Old New House® offers highly curated, sustainable‑luxury choices that sit comfortably in modern interiors.
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Questions about this Rug?

FAQ

What are the exact dimensions?
It measures 1'9" x 3'3".
How old is this rug?
It’s a Turkish Kars piece from the 1970s, vintage and hand knotted.
What colors should I expect in person?
Tones include silver, oxidized silver, dark copper, bronze, pale coffee brown, pink accents, and more within the stepped geometric medallions and vine border.
What is the condition?
It shows even wear to the knot heads with sides and ends fully secured; most side cord selvages are intact or restored.
Is it ready to place on the floor?
Yes. It was recently professionally cleaned and is ready for in‑home use.