• Type: Vintage Turkish Kars Rug
  
• Origin: Kars,  northeastern Turkey, near the Armenian border.
  
• Materials: Hand-knotted wool pile on Wool foundation
  
• Age: Mid-20th century
  
• Design: Eagle, Sunburst, Chelaberd
  
• Size: 4' 5" x 6' 3" (135 x 190 cm)
  
  

Take a closer look at this  Turkish Kars rug, and you’ll notice the classic Caucasian-inspired Chelaberd “Eagle” or “Sunburst” design shining through the richly hued wool. Hand-knotted on a wool foundation, it’s all crafted in northeastern Turkey near the Armenian border—a region celebrated for its bold, tribal-inspired patterns.

What immediately draws your eye is the vivid, brick-red field that frames a striking central medallion in warm golden-brown. Around it, intricate motifs in ivory, forest green, sky blue, and touches of deep navy create a layered “sunburst” effect that’s both dynamic and balanced. The broad border—set off in a deeper red with repeating geometric rosettes—adds an extra dose of detail and color variation.

Measuring approximately 4 x 7 feet, this is a wonderful size for brightening a cozy reading nook, anchoring a smaller living room, or adding character to a foyer. Because it’s woven entirely of wool, this vintage Kars piece has a plush, durable feel perfect for high-traffic areas—yet it looks so artistic you might be tempted to hang it on the wall as a tapestry.

Whether you’re drawn to its history, its classic Chelaberd “Eagle” design, or that gorgeous interplay of brick reds and golden browns, this old Anatolian carpet promises to be a standout statement piece in any space.