Turkish Runner

A favorite of interior designers and homeowners alike, Turkish runners are a timeless addition to any home due to their historical significance and intricate designs. Aside from being beautiful, these rugs are highly practical, making them extremely comfortable and warm to walk on. Adding a vintage Turkish runner to any area can create an ambiance of elegance and texture, almost like a work of art. Turkish rugs come in a variety of bright colors and abstract designs that are sure to brighten up any room. On Bidsquare, we offer a wide range of Turkish runners that are a fascinating combination of art and culture. Browse our wide selection of unique hand-woven runner rugs to find the perfect fit for your hallway, kitchen, or stairs. 

Turkish Runners - A Brief History

Turkish antique carpets were among the earliest to enter European markets. In addition to being highly valued items, vintage Turkish runner rugs were pieces of great artistic significance. Rug designs from Turkish carpets, such as prayer rugs, guls, and small repeating patterns, have been incorporated into the paintings of European masters, such as Bellini, Memling, Lotto, Hans Holbein, etc.

The history of Turkish rugs can be traced back hundreds of years. Runner rugs were originally used as prayer rugs in the 13th century. The style today has become synonymous with colorful and intricate patterns as well as geometric shapes of bold proportions created by Turkish weavers since the 15th century. Turkish rugs come in several different types, but Kilim and Oushak are probably the most popular.

Kilim Turkish Rugs

Colorful and having bold geometric patterns, a kilim runner is a long piece of flat-woven rug made from wool or cotton that is typically used in hallways, corridors, and stairs. A distinctive sense of aesthetic harmony is evident in each kilim runner, which showcases ideal symmetry in its colors and designs that have been passed down from generation to generation.

Oushak Turkish Rugs

Hand-knotted Oushak Turkish runners are made from a unique combination of wool and cotton. The finest materials used in these rugs last for years and withstand spills and high foot traffic, and daily wear. Their delicate floral designs and soft colors make them very popular.

Turkish runner rugs are a great way to enhance the appearance of your home. However, Turkish runner rugs have the greatest advantage of adding significant value to a space. It is not just about beautifying the space - it is about investing in the look and feel of the space and adding value to it as well.