Antique Kerman Rug Fragment Lumbar Pillow in ochre gold with layered floral and turtle-like border design
Antique Kerman Rug Fragment Lumbar Pillow
Antique Kerman Rug Fragment Lumbar Pillow
Antique Kerman Rug Fragment Lumbar Pillow
Antique Kerman Rug Fragment Lumbar Pillow

Vendor:Old New House®

Antique Kerman Rug Fragment Lumbar Pillow

$375.00

Handcrafted from a reclaimed antique Kerman rug fragment dating back to circa 1840, this lumbar pillow features a unique border fragment with a multi-layered flower and turtle-like enveloping cartouche design set on an unusual ochre gold ground. Newly made in Bedford, NY, the pillow includes a down insert and showcases glossy wool with a silk-like appearance. Professionally cleaned and ready for in-home use, the pillow measures approximately 14" x 25" x 8" and carries visible marks of its age and use, including foundation showing and natural fading.

  • Reclaimed antique Kerman rug fragment circa 1840, possibly as early as late 1700s
  • Design includes multi-layered flower and turtle-like enveloping cartouche on ochre gold ground
  • Glossy wool with silk-like appearance forming the original rug’s border
  • Professionally cleaned and prepared for use
  • Includes down insert for comfort
  • Dimensions: approximately 14" x 25" x 8"
  • Newly made in Bedford, NY
Size
Size: 14" x 25" x 8"

Vintage Craftsmanship Meets Function

Why Choose This Lumbar Pillow

Product Details

Exact Details

Material
Reclaimed antique Kerman rug fragment
Insertion
Down insert
Design
Multi-layered flower and turtle-like enveloping cartouche
Color
Ochre gold ground
Origin of rug fragment
Circa 1840, possibly late 1700s
Condition
Signs of age including foundation showing and fading
Made in
Bedford, NY
Dimensions
Approximately 14" x 25" x 8"

What arrives

One lumbar pillow with down insert

Designed for Comfort and Character

Fit and Dimensions

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Shipping and Returns

Shipping

Ships within 1-3 business days via UPS Ground unless freight is required. Shipments are insured and include tracking.

Returns

Returns accepted within 30 days with no label or restocking fees. Customer must initiate shipment within 3 days of receiving return label. Shipments are fully insured.
Antique Kerman Rug Fragment Lumbar Pillow in ochre gold with layered floral and turtle-like border design

Quiet heritage, new comfort

A storied border of an antique Kerman now rests at the small of the back—ochre gold, inky navy, and wine notes softening a room’s edges.

From border to centerpiece

Antique Kerman Rug Fragment Lumbar Pillow

One fragment, one pillow

Rooms can feel finished yet forgettable. The Antique Kerman Rug Fragment Lumbar Pillow brings lived-in character without shouting—glossy, time-worn wool that draws you closer. Its layered floral and cartouche motifs carry the calm rhythm of a centuries-old border, scaled for a sofa or reading chair.

Warmth that remembers

Patina changes how a space is used; people reach for it, settle in, and stay. This reclaimed fragment—professionally cleaned and newly made in Bedford, NY—turns seating into a place to pause. The unusual ochre ground and deep blues and reds invite conversation and anchor modern pieces with quiet history.

For the collector at home

Someone who values antique textiles and wants a singular lumbar pillow with real age and presence, ready for daily living.

Put it to work

Set it at the small of the back on a sofa or bench to create supportive, visual continuity across a seating area.
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Legacy in Rug Making

About Old New House®

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 Answered

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the approximate dimensions?
About 14 x 25 x 8 inches.
What is the insert filled with?
It comes with a down insert.
Is this made from an actual antique rug?
Yes—it's a reclaimed fragment from an antique Kerman rug, with visible age and wear consistent with its history.
Has the pillow been cleaned?
Yes, it was recently professionally cleaned and is ready for in-home use.
Where was the pillow assembled?
It was newly made in Bedford, NY using the antique rug fragment.