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Kilim Rugs and Carpets

KILIM STYLE

Known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, antique and vintage kilim rugs are one of the most distinguishable types of rugs. The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but many variations of this type of textile share a common heritage and are practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere. There are Persian kilim rugs, kilim rugs from Central Asia and more. 

It is difficult to definitively pin down the origins of kilim weaving, which is known as a “flatweave” or “slit-weave,” but historians believe that skilled artisans may have practiced versions of it as early as the eighth and ninth centuries A.D. in the Anatolia region of Turkey. Many of the Turkish iterations of these flat-woven rugs are recognizable for their arrangements of dazzling, flowing forms, but a range of motifs can appear in kilim rugs — abstract figures that reference rams’ horns, snakes or running water or motifs that are intended to symbolize concepts such as the tree of life or fertility. In Anatolia, women have used kilims to share narratives about their lives. 

The difference between a kilim rug and most other kinds of carpets or pile rugs is in the aforementioned weave. They are made by interweaving variously colored, individual strands of wool (pure soft cotton, silk and goat’s hair are also used with the wool, albeit rarely) versus, say, the Tabriz rugs of Iran, which are hand-knotted rugs. This results in a smooth, frequently reversible surface. It’s a slit-weave because of the gap left between two blocks of color. Kilims are created on a loom, a typically uncomplicated structure mostly made of wood. Owing to the creative freedom that a slit-weave can afford its weaver, they tend to feature a range of bright, contrasting hues like reds, oranges and pinks that appear in bold combinations with deep blues and greens that are brought to life with natural dyes.

Handwoven kilim rugs are less expensive to produce and more durable than other rugs. They were traditionally used as floor coverings in mosques and yurts, as prayer rugs and saddle coverings. And these textiles are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. Because the resulting weave is lightweight, kilim rugs are well adapted for use in the hot summer months, and they are happily embraced by tribal weavers of Morocco, a part of the world that is home to many styles of rugs

With their striking geometric patterns and provocative color pairings, kilim rugs and wall tapestries are loved by design enthusiasts and can bring charm and interest into any dining room, living room or other interior space.

Find kilim rugs and textiles and other vintage rugs on 1stDibs.

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Style: Kilim
Fantastic Vintage Karebak Kilim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A fantastic vintage bold Azerbaijani Karebak Kilim rug with six large crimson medallions with gold and indigo stylized flowers on a beautiful abrash indigo background surrounded by a...
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Mid-20th Century Azerbaijani Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Blue and Gold Gometric Shiraz Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
This modern flatweave rug is made with 100% handspun Persian wool and natural dyes. It is inspired by the vintage kilims that are native to the Shiraz region in Iran. NASIRI continue...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Tiger Blue/Black, Modern Dhurrie/Kilim Rug in Scandinavian Design
Located in Floral Park, NY
Tiger blue/black is a modern dhurrie/kilim rug in Scandinavian design. It is available in different sizes - see customization options below. Our Swedish tiger has bold black stri...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Classic Blue/Cream, Modern Dhurrie/Kilim Rug in Scandinavian Design
Located in Floral Park, NY
Classic Blue/Cream is a modern dhurrie/kilim rug in Scandinavian design. It is available in different sizes - see customization options below. A traditional design inspired by class...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Geometric Modern kilim Flatweave wool rug In Light Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug has a light brown field with a striped pattern in blue and black shades. This rug measures ...
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Rug in Seafoam Green and Teal Blue Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 4x6 Swedish flatweave from the “Nu” line of Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection. On the Design The kilim rug boasts a warm, impressionistic new approach ...
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

8' x 10' Chinese Kilim Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
8' x 10' Multicolor Chinese Kilim Rug. Very good condition.
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21st Century and Contemporary Asian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Jute kilim in Tones of Gray
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 10x14flatweave belongs to Rug & Kilim’s brand new collection—handwoven in all-natural jute. On the Design: This oversized Kilim enjoys a tasteful boucle-like tex...
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Jute

Early 20th Century Persian Jajim Rug
Located in Chicago, IL
A bold and striking early 20th century Persian Jajim kilim rug composed of several alternating red and white, and blue and yellow geometric patterned stripes.
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1940s Persian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Hemp Scandinavian Style Rug in Beige-Brown with Geometric Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in hemp, this 6x9 sustainable flatweave represents the “Natural” line of Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection. On the Design: The design enjoys a field of beige-brow...
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Hemp

Vintage Beige Turkish Kilim Area Rug 4'3 x 7'2
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Beige Turkish Kilim Area rug, 4'3 x 7'2. This vintage Turkish flat weave Kilim was hand-woven in the 1950's. The simplicity and boldness of this piece can also give a contemp...
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20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Brown Turkish Kilim Area Rug 6'7 x 9'10
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Brown Turkish Kilim Area rug, 6'7 X 9'10. This vintage Turkish flat weave Kilim was hand-woven in the 1940's. The simplicity and boldness of this piece can also give a contem...
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20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Aubergine and Chartreuse Green Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 7x10 kilim rug is from an exciting new collection in Rug & Kilim's modern flat weaves. On the Design: Handwoven in wool, this new style of our “Rez” Collection ...
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2010s Persian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Area Rug 5'7x6'11
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish Kilim area rug, 5'7 x 6'11. This vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim was handwoven in the 1940s. The simplicity and boldness of these pieces can also give a contemporary...
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20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian Accent Rug in Cream with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool,a 3x5 Swedish accent rug from Rug & Kilim’s Scandinavian rug collection. On the Design In this design, cream underscores the geometric patterns inspired by hourgl...
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Red, Brown and Off-White
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 6x8 kilim rug is from an exciting new collection in Rug & Kilim's modern flat weaves. On the Design: Handwoven in wool, this new style of our “Rez” Collection e...
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2010s Persian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Brown with Aubergine Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
This contemporary 5x8 kilim rug is from an exciting new collection in Rug & Kilim's modern flat weaves. Handwoven in wool, this new style of our “Rez” Collection enjoys an almost a...
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2010s Persian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Aubusson Style Flatweave with Medallions and Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 6x9 kilim is a new unveiling Rug & Kilim’s European Collection by Rug & Kilim, inspired by 18th-century Aubusson flatweaves. On the Design: This rug enjoys...
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2010s Chinese Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Neutral Pillowcases Made from an Anatolian Vintage Cover, Mid-20th Century
Located in Istanbul, TR
Silk Hand done rustic stitches.. They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry clean is recommended.  
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Camel Turkish Kilim Rug Runner 5'5 x 9'4
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Camel Turkish Kilim rug runner, 5'5 X 9'4. A vintage circa 1950s Turkish hand-woven hemp Kilim. The simplicity and boldness of this piece gives a contemporary feel and can lo...
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20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Hemp

21st Century Contemporary Blue/Ivory Textured Turkish Kilim Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
21st century contemporary Turkish Kilim rug with an all-over pale blue and ivory textured field. Measures 4.01x5.02.
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Extra Long Ivory Turkish Kilim Runner 5' x 21'3
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Extra Long Ivory Turkish Kilim runner, 5' X 21'3. This vintage Turkish flat weave Kilim was hand-woven in the 1940's. The simplicity and boldness of this piece can also give ...
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20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Kilim Striped Runner
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Persian Kilim Striped Runner Size: 2'8" × 24'0" (81 × 731 cm) The vintage Persian kilim runner dating back to circa 1955. It was hand woven using the best quality wool blend,...
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Mid-20th Century Asian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Bobyrug’s nice large vintage Mexican rug
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
"Discover the charm of our exquisite large North American Mexican rug – a true masterpiece adorned with a beautiful design featuring vibrant rows of colors, including the stunning sh...
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Mid-20th Century Mexican Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Cotton, Wool

Turkish Vintage Embroidered Kilim Rug with Multi Layered Diamond Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Turkish Vintage Embroidered Kilim Rug with Multi Layered Diamond Design. Keivan Woven Arts / rug / EN-112326, Turkey, Hand Woven circa/ mid-2...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

8.8x11.5 Ft Contemporary Double Sided Turkish Kilim. Solid Gray Wool Carpet.
Located in Philadelphia, PA
A modern flat-weave rug with minimal design. Handwoven by female artisans in a rural village workshop in Eastern Turkey under the supervision and with the support of Ministry of Educ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner 2' X 24'
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish Kilim Runner 2' X 24'. The simplicity and boldness of this piece can also give a contemporary feel and is able to look at home in both a modern and traditional settin...
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20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 4'9 X 8'9
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 4'9 X 8'9. This vintage Turkish flat weave Kilim is hand-woven. The simplicity and boldness of this piece can also give a contemporary feel and is able to l...
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20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Geometric Modern kilim Flatweave wool rug In Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug has a beige field with a striped pattern in white, blue, and rust shades. This rug measures...
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern kilim flatweave wool rug with Light Brown Stripes
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug exhibits an elegant striped pattern in beige, tan, and brown shades. This rug measures 11'8...
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern kilim flatweave wool rug with Beige Field
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug has a beige field with a striped pattern in brown shades. This rug measures 9'11" x 13'3".
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug in Bluewith Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 3x8 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: Fro...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Beige Modern kilim Flatweave wool rug with Stripes Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug has a beige field with a striped pattern in brown shades. This rug measures 11'2" x 14'8".
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 5'9 X 12'
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug 5'9 X 12'. Even today, Oushak rugs are still the first choice of professional interior designers. Sometimes this is because when grading Oushak carpets, car...
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20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern kilim flatweave wool rug with beige and brown stripes
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug exhibits an elegant striped pattern in shades of beige and brown. This rug measures 10'9" x...
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Cinnamon Turkish Kilim Area Rug 4'3 x 9'5
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Cinnamon Turkish Kilim Area rug, 4'3 x 9'5. A vintage circa 1950s Turkish hand-woven hemp Kilim. The simplicity and boldness of this piece giv...
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20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Persian Bijar Kilim Rug, Nomadic Charm Meets Modern Boho Chic
Located in Dallas, TX
77953 Vintage Persian Bijar Kilim Rug, 05'05 x 09'03. Embark on a captivating journey where modern boho chic converges seamlessly with the free-spirited allure of nomadic charm, intr...
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Late 20th Century Persian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Oversized Geometric Rug in Blue, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 14x23 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: F...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

4.5x6.4 Ft Central Anatolian Handmade Patchwork Rug Made from Vintage Kilims
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This Patchwork rug is hand-made from assorted pieces of vintage Turkish Kilims (flat-woven rugs), it is reinforced with a durable cotton twill/underlay stitched on the back for a smo...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Cotton

Early 20th Century Turkish Konya Kilim
Located in Chicago, IL
A stunning early 20th century Turkish Konya kilim rug with a fantastic bold tribal pattern containing two large stylized floral medallions amidst a field of more stylized flowers, su...
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1940s Turkish Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Modern kilim flatweave wool rug Handmade with Multicolor Stripes
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug has a beige field with a striped pattern in multicolor shades. This rug measures 11'6" x 14...
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2010s Indian Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug in Blue, with Geometric Patterns, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 5x10 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: Fr...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

6.4x14 Ft Handmade Nomadic Turkish Runner Kilim 'Flat Weave', Vintage Ethnic Rug
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This authentic hand-woven rug made to be used by the villagers in Central Anatolia. 100% Organic wool. Good condition and cleaned professionally. Measures: 6.4x14 ft. Ideal for both...
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Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug with Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 10x12 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: F...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug, with Rust and Blue Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 6x8 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: Fro...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug with Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 5x8 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: Fro...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug in Gold, with Geometric Border, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 6x11 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: Fr...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug, with Blue Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 11x17 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: F...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Oversized Dhurrie Rug in Green with Rust Border
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 15x23 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in our esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: From our ex...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Geometric Rug in Green and Brown from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 9x13 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: Fr...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Floral Vintage Rug, Oriental Kilim Rugs, Traditional Kilims Handmade Carpet Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
This handmade carpet colourful Turkish rug is woven by very skilled weavers in Turkey, who used the highest quality wool and cotton. The flat-weave rug has light blue, orange, green,...
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1950s Turkish Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool, Organic Material, Natural Fiber, Cotton

5.5x11 Ft Embroidered Handmade Jajim Kilim Rug with Interlocking Stars, Diamonds
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This attractive flat-weave rug is handwoven in fine local wool to create a sturdy floor covering. This type of Kilims (woven in the intricate "Jijim" brocading technique) were produc...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Geometric Solid Rug in Beige-Brown
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 15x18 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in our esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: From our ex...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug in Beige-Brownwith Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 11x20 Dhurrie flat weave runner is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Desi...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Geometric Square Rug in Blue from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 11x11 Dhurrie flat weave runner is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Desi...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug in Bluewith Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 12x13 Dhurrie flat weave is an exciting new entry in Rug & Kilim’s esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: F...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Eastern Anatolia kilim, woven with un-dyed wool, 1st half 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
a rustic example to kilim with undid wool, Eastern Turkey.
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Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Vintage Dhurrie Rug, with Colorful Geometric Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
This vintage 16x22 Dhurrie flat weave runner is an exciting new entry in our esteemed collection. Handwoven in wool, it originates from India circa 1950-1960. On the Design: From...
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1950s Indian Vintage Kilim Rugs and Carpets

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Wool

Kilim rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Kilim rugs and carpets for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage rugs and carpets created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, wall decorations and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Kilim rugs and carpets made in a specific country, there are Asia, West Asia, and Iran pieces for sale on 1stDibs. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for rugs and carpets differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $863 and tops out at $250,785 while the average work can sell for $22,179.

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