Turkish Kilim with Double Diamond Motif

Two diamonds, stacked, and enough red to stop traffic.

This kilim with a double diamond motif comes from the Sarkoy district of Turkey, early 20th century, woven of wool. Kilims are flatwoven rugs used in Turkish homes as floor coverings, wall hangings and bedding, and Sarkoy became known for its finely woven, strongly colored examples. Two large stepped diamonds in pale and pink tones fill the center of a coral red field, scattered with small hooked shapes. A dark border of slanted motifs surrounds them, then a wide red border with small medallions. Over seven feet wide and more than nine long.

Beige has been warned.