Antique Central Anatolian Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Central Anatolian Kilim rug. A great example of Anatolian Kilim rug weaving from the 19th
Late 19th Century Turkish Kilim Antique Anatolian Kilim
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Antique Central Anatolian Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Central Anatolian Kilim rug. A great example of Anatolian Kilim rug weaving from the 19th
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West Anatolian Kilim, c. 1700
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique West Anatolian Kilim Rug, c. 1700 Early Anatolian kilims have a unique and compelling
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Antique Anatolian Kilim Runner, 19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Anatolian Kilim Runner Rug, 19th Century Additional Information: Dimensions: 9'6" L x 3'11" W
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Antique Anatolian Kilim - 18th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This rare 18th century Anatolian kilim is an exceptional early example of nomadic flatweave
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Antique Anatolian Kilim - 18th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This rare 18th century Anatolian kilim fragment highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric
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Antique Anatolian Kilim - 19th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This rare 19th century Anatolian kilim highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric composition
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Antique Anatolian Kilim - 18th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This rare 18th century Central Anatolian kilim highlights a powerful and rhythmic tribal
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Pillow Case Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from a 19th C Anatolian kilim and unusual with the use of cotton along with wool. It
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Pillow Case Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from a 19th C Anatolian kilim and unusual with the use of cotton along with wool. It
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Pillow Case Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from a 19th C Anatolian kilim and unusual with the use of cotton along with wool. It
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Kidney Pillow Case Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
This is made from a 19th C. Antique Anatolian kilim. It does not come with an insert. Linen in the
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Superb Antique East Anatolian Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique East Anatolian Kilim rug. A fantastic antique Kilim rug of large size from Northeast Turkey
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Antique West Anatolian Kilim - 18th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This rare 18th century West Anatolian kilim fragment highlights a powerful and rhythmic tribal
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$175
H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 0.2 in
Pillowcase Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim, Early 20th Century.
Located in Istanbul, TR
t is made from an early 20th C.Anatolian kilim. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is
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$225
H 23.23 in W 24.02 in D 0.2 in
Pillowcase Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim, Early 20th Century.
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from an early 20th C.Anatolian kilim. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning
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$175
H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 0.2 in
Pillowcase Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim, Early 20th Century.
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from an early 20th C.Anatolian kilim. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning
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$175
H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 0.2 in
Pillowcase Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim, Early 20th Century.
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from an early 20th C.Anatolian kilim. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning
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$175
H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 0.2 in
Pillowcase Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim, Early 20th Century.
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from an early 20th C.Anatolian kilim. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning
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$225
H 23.63 in W 24.02 in D 0.2 in
Pillowcase Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim, Early 20th Century.
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from an early 20th C.Anatolian kilim. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning
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$225
H 23.23 in W 23.63 in D 0.2 in
Pillowcase Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim, Early 20th Century.
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from an early 20th C.Anatolian kilim. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning
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$225
H 21.66 in W 21.66 in D 0.2 in
Pillowcase Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim, Early 20th Century.
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from an early 20th C.Anatolian kilim. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning
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Antique Central Anatolian Kilim - 18th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This rare 18th century Central Anatolian kilim fragment highlights a powerful and rhythmic tribal
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Antique Anatolian Kilim with Geometric Compartments
Located in Milan, IT
A finely woven Anatolian kilim, originating from the eastern region of Turkey between the areas of
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Antique Central Anatolian Kilim with Concentric Hooked Diamonds
Located in Milan, IT
A finely woven central Anatolian kilim distinguished by a repeat pattern of three parallel and
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Antique Northeastern Anatolian Kilim Rug with Niche Design
Located in Milan, IT
A finely woven Anatolian kilim originating from the Erzurum area in northeastern Anatolia
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Antique West Anatolian Kilim - Early 19th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This rare early 19th century West Anatolian kilim highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric
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Antique Central Anatolian Kilim Rug with Hooked Hexagons
Located in Milan, IT
A finely woven central Anatolian kilim distinguished by a repeat pattern of large hexagons
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Antique Central Anatolian Kilim - Late 18th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This rare late 18th century Central Anatolian kilim highlights a powerful and rhythmic geometric
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Antique Central Anatolian Kilim Rug with Large Hooked Cartouche
Located in Milan, IT
A finely woven central Anatolian kilim distinguished by a centralised pattern, composed of a
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Vintage Turkish Anatolian Kilim Rug, Hand-Woven Wool, 1920s
Located in Barrington, IL
Vintage flat-woven Turkish Anatolian kilim rug hand-Woven in the early 1900. This striking kilim
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Antique Multi-Colored Anatolian Kilim, Mid-19th Century
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Multi-Colored Anatolian Kilim Rug, Mid-19th Century This Reyhanli Kilim from the Kurdish
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Antique Central Anatolian Kilim - Early 19th Century
Located in Sultanahmet, 34
This rare early 19th century Central Anatolian kilim fragment highlights a powerful and rhythmic
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Early Anatolian Kilim Fragment
Located in Milan, IT
A stunning early Kilim from Central Anatolia distinguished by a rare apricot background, by a
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Vintage Anatolian Kilim Area Rug, Hand-Woven Wool, Geometric Design
Located in Barrington, IL
Early 20th-century Anatolian kilim rug with an earth-tone palette was handwoven in Turkey using
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$3,207Sale Price / item|20% Off
W 36.62 in L 55.52 in
Antique Anatolian Kilim Rug, Brown, Turquoise & Mustard Geometric Flatweave
Located in Wembley, GB
This antique Anatolian Kilim rug from the early 1900s is a beautifully preserved example of Balkan
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Anatolian Kilim, late 19th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is in rather good condition for its age. It has been professionally. cleaned and repaired.
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Large Antique Anatolian Kilim Rug Handmade Flatwoven Red Wool Area Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
of colours and sizes available now. Measures: 375x317cm AK112B Large Antique Anatolian Kilim rug
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Antique Turkish Anatolian Kilim Rug Framed
Located in Van Nuys, CA
Discover timeless elegance with this framed vintage Turkish Anatolian Killim Rug. Crafted from
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Antique Turkish Anatolian Kilim Rug of Matrimony
Located in Atlanta, GA
An antique Eastern Turkish wool kilim rug from Anatolia region circa 19th century. The finely woven
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$2,392Sale Price|20% Off
W 123.23 in L 0.4 in
Anatolian Kilim Pardeh Sivas, Flatweave Fabric, Circa 1920
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
This fabric was for indoor use nomadic tents: they were used as curtains or household covers and it's very rare to find "whole" on the market. Now I want to close my activities, the...
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$175
H 15.75 in W 23.63 in D 0.2 in
Kilim Pillowcase made from a 19th C. Eastern Anatolian kilim Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper Closure. Dry Cleaning recommended.
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$175 / item
H 21.66 in W 18.12 in D 0.2 in
Kilim Pillowcase made from a 19th C. Eastern Anatolian kilim Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper Closure. Dry Cleaning recommended.
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$175
H 21.66 in W 22.05 in D 0.2 in
Kilim Pillowcase made from a 19th C. Eastern Anatolian kilim Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper Closure. Dry Cleaning recommended.
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$175
H 19.69 in W 20.08 in D 0.2 in
Kilim Pillowcase made from a 19th C. Eastern Anatolian kilim Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper Closure. Dry Cleaning recommended.
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Handwoven Antique Anatolian Kilim Rug in Red All Over Pattern
Located in Long Island City, NY
An 11 x 13 antique Kilim rug in red and beige, originating from Turkey circa 1920-1930. This
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Antique Central Anatolian Hotamis Kilim with Fertility Symbols
Located in Milan, IT
Early Anatolian kilims have a sort of time-warp relationship with its Neolithic past, expressing an
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Kilim Rug Anatolian Saph design
Located in Ferrara, IT
Antique Anatolian Kilim Runner with Stylised Saph Design Size: approx. 392 × 81 cm This striking
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$1,990Sale Price|20% Off
W 49.22 in L 142.92 in
Vintage Anatolian Striped Kilim Runner, 1960s Handwoven Wool Flatweave
Located in Wembley, GB
This 1960s Anatolian Kilim runner is a beautifully preserved example of Turkey’s renowned flatweave
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Turkish Kilim Antique Rug, circa Early 1900s
Located in London, GB
Antique Turkish Anatolian Kilim rug with scorpion motif, (circa early 1900s) in very good condition
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Antique 1900s Anatolian Wool Kilim, Turkish Tribal Geometric Rug 285x160cm
Located in Wembley, GB
Antique Anatolian Kilim Rug, Turkey, Early 1900s Handwoven Wool Flatweave with Diamond Medallions
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Antique Aksaray Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Aksaray Kilim rug. An impressive example of Anatolian Kilim rug tradition from Central
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$2,105Sale Price|20% Off
W 43.31 in L 103.55 in
Antique Turkish Kilim Rug, Hand-Woven Wool, Early 20th Century
Located in Alessandria, Piemonte
nr. 369 - Antique Anatolian kilim with an easy-to-adjust fit: in front of a bookshelf or near a bed
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Antique Turkish Konya Kilim, c. 1800
Located in Dublin, NH
Antique Turkish Konya Kilim, c. 1800 The color and geometry of Anatolian kilims reflect a rich and
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Antique Erzurum Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
derived from cochineal in the background. This rug is a great example of Anatolian Kilim art, worthy of
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Antique Jajim Kilim Persian Carpet
Located in Evanston, IL
Cicim or Jijim or Jajim: Kilims woven in narrow strips that are sewn together. Most Anatolian
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$3,207Sale Price|20% Off
W 52.37 in L 78.75 in
Antique Wool Kilim Rug Handmade Tribal Anatolian Pirot Turkish Carpet Geometric
Located in Wembley, GB
This antique Anatolian Kilim rug from the early 1900s showcases a rare and beautifully saturated
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$4,704Sale Price|20% Off
W 73.23 in L 89.77 in
Antique Sarkoy Kilim Rug, Western Anatolian Turkish Carpet, Balkan Style Unique
Located in Tokyo, JP
are of a squarer shape than most Anatolian kilims.
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Anatolian Kilim
Located in Stockholm, SE
South Anatolian kilim, possibly from the Mut area. Ivory wool warps Z2S. Wool weft. Organic dyes
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Anatolian Kilim, circa 1940
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Gorgeous Anatolian Kilim in prayer design from the Turkish village of Denizli-Ezme, circa 1940
Anatolian Kilim
Located in Washington,, DC
Afyon Kilim Central Turkey.
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Antique Anatolian Kilim
Located in Washington,, DC
Malatya region kilim from Turkey.
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Anatolian Kilim, circa 1930s
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Gorgeous Anatolian (Konya-karapinar) prayer rug (Kilim), circa 1930 measure: 100 x 66cm This is an
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Antique Central Anatolian Kilim Prayer Rug in Soft Muted Colors
Located in Antwerp, BE
Antique central Anatolian Kilim prayer rug with "tulips" and lovely muted colors of peach, celadon
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Dazzling Anatolian Kilim, circa 1950
Located in Edinburgh, GB
Gorgeous Anatolian (Konya-Bacali) prayer rug, circa 1950 measure: 153 x 84cm This is gorgeous
Square-Format Anatolian Kilim, c. 1920s
Located in London, GB
the Old Masters, including those of Holbein, Vermeer, and Reubens. Of these Anatolian weavings
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Striking Early 20th Century Anatolian Kilim
Located in London, GB
sides - remarkable for a kilim of this age. A timeless example, to suit a wide variety of interiors.
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19th Century Turkish Anatolian Flat-Weave Kilim Palace
By G. None
Located in Katy, TX
Extraordinary Anatolian Kilim woven in the late 1800s for a palace in Madrid, Spain. The size is
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Antique Konya Kilim
Located in Washington,, DC
One-of-a- kind Central Anatolian kilim. Very nice colors. Show piece.
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Anatolian Kelim Rug, 19th Century
Located in Stockholm, SE
SE Anatolian kilim. Probably woven in the Adana -gaziantep area. Woven in two halves and them sewn
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H 54 in W 63 in D 0.75 in
Antique Kilim Fragment Mounted from Central Anatolia, 18th Century
Located in By Appointment Only, CA
The dynamic art of Anatolian Kilims is exemplified in this stellar example of a rare design type
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Antique Anatolian Erzerum kilim saf
Located in Stockholm, SE
Probably made in Erzerum. 3 Prayerniches in a row, woven horizontally. Extra decoration in cicim technique
Antique Central Anatolian Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Central Anatolian Kilim rug. A great example of Anatolian Kilim rug weaving from the 19th
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Central Anatolian Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Central Anatolian Kilim rug. A beautiful old tribal Kilim rug from Central Turkey, featuring the
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Pillow Case Made from an Antique Anatolian Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It is made from a 19th C Anatolian kilim and unusual with the use of cotton along with wool. It
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Handmade Antique Collectible Turkish Anatolian Kilim, 1860s
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Antique Turkish Anatolian Kilim in original condition. This collectible masterpiece has been made
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Handmade Antique Turkish Anatolian Kilim, 1920s, 1Q06
Located in Bordeaux, FR
Handmade antique Turkish Anatolian kilim in natural shades and geometric design. The flatweave is
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Antique Central Anatolian Kilim Rug with "Tulips"
Located in New York, NY
Antique Central Anatolian Kilim rug with "tulips". A beautiful antique Kilim rug from Central
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Anatolian Kilim Runner
Located in Dublin, NH
This bold kilim was woven in central Anatolia in the vicinity of the town of Konya. It is being
Antique Pillows Made Out of a 19th Century Anatolian Kilim Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
The pillows are made out of a late 19th century, Anatolian Kilim fragment. It does not come with an
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Antique Pillows Made Out of a 19th Century Anatolian Kilim Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
The pillows are made out of a late 19th century, Anatolian Kilim fragment. It does not come with an
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Antique Pillows Made Out of a 19th Century Anatolian Kilim Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
The pillows were made out of a late 19th century, Anatolian Kilim fragment. It does not come with
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Antique Anatolian Kilim Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
This Turkish Kilim rug is from the area which is called Aydin. Aydin's location near the
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West Anatolian Kilim Runner Rug
Located in New York, NY
A very handsome old tribal Kilim runner from Western Turkey with alternating bands of color and
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Antique Anatolian Kilim Panel, Mid-19th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
An antique flat-woven wool rug from Konya region in central Turkey. This weaving can be used in various ways such as a wall hanging, seating cover or runner.
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Long Kilim Pillow Case Fashioned from a South East Anatolian Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but with a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials, early 20th century. Dry clean only.
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H 13.5 in W 28 in D 28 in
Upholstered Oriental Style Octagonal Ottoman with Colorful Anatolian Kilim Cover
Located in Ft. Lauderdale, FL
frame surrounding the upholstered seat covered with colorful geometrical pattern Kilim rug.
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Antique Pillow Made Out of a 19th Century West Anatolian Kilim Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pillow is made out of a rare, 19th century Anatolian, Turkish Kilim fragment. It does not come with
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Antique Pillow Made Out of a 19th Century West Anatolian Kilim Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pillow is made out of a rare, 19th century Anatolian, Turkish Kilim fragment. It does not come
Linen, Wool
Antique Pillow Made Out of a 19th Century West Anatolian Kilim Fragment
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pillow is made out of a rare, 19th century Anatolian, Turkish Kilim fragment. It does not come with
Linen, Wool
Sivrihisar Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A great Anatolian kilim featuring one of the most iconic designs of this region.
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Fethiye Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A beautiful example of authentic Anatolian kilim art at the end of its long tradition. Great design
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W 17.33 in L 24.41 in
19th Century Kilim Pillow Made Out of an Antique Anatolian or Turkish Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
The pillow is made out of a late 19th century, Anatolian Kilim fragment. It does not come with an
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Aydinli Kilim
Located in New York, NY
, highly recommended if you love Anatolian kilims.
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Antique Konya Kilim
Located in New York, NY
A great Anatolian kilim with great natural dyes and excellent state of preservation. Woven in two
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Prayer Kilim
Located in New York, NY
Lovely colors, simple and meaningful design. A great example of Anatolian kilim weaving tradition
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Antique Kilim Carpets
Located in New York, NY
the composition, keeping design to a minimum. This exceptionally beautiful antique Anatolian Kilim is
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Kilim Rug with Ascending Arches
Located in New York, NY
Kilim Rug with ascending arches. A beautiful example of Anatolian Kilim rug weaving tradition from
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Antique Sinanli Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
example of Anatolian kilim weaving tradition. Very well preserved rug.
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Antique Turkish Kilim
Located in New York, NY
quality of color, nothing can beat a good antique Turkish or Anatolian Kilim. The only antique pile rugs
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19th Century Turkish Kilim with Blue and Red Medallions
Located in Dublin, NH
This monumental Anatolian Kilim blends vivid saturated color with bold drawing and a keen sense of
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Antique Anatolian Turkish Kilim Runner
Located in Wembley, GB
This Turkish Kilim rug is from the area which is call Aydin. Aydin's location near the
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Old Anatolian Wool Kilim, Turkey, 1930s
Located in Istanbul, TR
A 1930s Anatolian wool kilim from Eastern Turkey.
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Early and Unusual Loop-Pile Beni Ouarain Carpet
Located in Milan, IT
middle. This design arrangement reminds me of that on early Anatolian Kilims with open fields and
Cicim Kilim Pillow Fashioned from an Anatolian Cicim Kilim, 1930s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert but a bag made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Linen in the back. Zipper closure Dry cleaning is recommended.
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Antique Turkish Anatolian Flat-Weave Kilim
Located in Vancouver, British Columbia
Antique Anatolian flat-weave Kilim. Finely knotted flat-weave Kilim in warm natural dyes and
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Central Anatolian Konya Haba Wool Kilim, Dated 1939
Located in Istanbul, TR
of Karapinar kilim design pool in cicim (extra weft brocade) technique.
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W 111.03 in L 144.89 in
Handmade Kilims Carpet Oriental Rug Antique Rug Anatolian Turkish Kilim Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
. Handmade carpet Oriental rug Sarkisla antique rug Anatolian Turkish Kilim rug.
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5.1x8.2 Ft 18th Century Antique Anatolian Karapinar Kilim
Located in Spring Valley, NY
An antique hand-woven kilim rug from Karapinar / Turkey. It is made of organic wool. It is in very
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Antique Eastern Anatolian Large Four-Panel Pure Wool Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
A Kilim with all natural colors in good condition.
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W 37.8 in L 14.18 in
Antique Kilim Pillow Cases Made from a Late 19th Century Anatolian Cicim Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
They do not come with inserts but bags made to the size to accommodate insert materials. Linen in the back Zipper closure Dry cleaning is recommended. Measures: 38 x 69 cm / 14.9...
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First Half of the 20th Century Anatolian Fine Cotton Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
Finely woven cotton Kilim is rather unusual for this group of weavings with the use of natural
Cotton
19th Century Anatolian Turkish Kilim, 4' x 5'4"
Located in Chicago, IL
A late 19th century Anatolian Turkish Kilim carpet with wonderfully vivid colors with multiple
Handmade Carpet Oriental Rug Antique Rug Anatolian Turkish Kilim Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
. Handmade carpet Oriental rug antique rug Anatolian Turkish Kilim rug.
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Handmade Carpet Oriental Rug Antique Rug Anatolian Turkish Kilim Rug
Located in Wembley, GB
. Handmade carpet oriental rug antique rug Anatolian Turkish kilim rug.
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Antique 18Th Century Ottoman Turkish Embroidery Textile
Located in Long Island City, NY
An antique Turkish hand-emboridered textile tapestry. Ottoman Empire, 18th century. A large rectangular piece intended for wall hanging. The item is richly garnished with delicate ha...
Textile
Fine Antique Irish Donegal Rug 9'5" x 9'5"
Located in New York, NY
Fine Antique Irish Donegal Rug 5’0" x 9’5”. This exquisite Antique Irish Donegal Rug features a soft tangerine field adorned with alternating, offset rows of delicate racemes and sec...
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$1,800
H 8.5 in Dm 3.75 in
Ten Large Crystal Champagne Flutes Hand-Blown Antique Glass England Circa 1820
Located in Katonah, NY
We are pleased to offer this wonderful set of ten English clear white champagne glasses, the funnel shaped bowls set upon a tubular stem rising from a circular foot. At the center on...
Crystal
Antique and vintage Turkish rugs, with their ruby reds and misted blues, their entwined botanical designs and rhythmic geometries, are as beloved today as they were in the 13th century, when the Turks of the Seljuk Empire began weaving these vibrant carpets in Anatolia.
A Turkish rug is simply one made in Turkey or the former Ottoman empire, employing the region’s unique traditional methods and weaves. Varieties range from flat-woven kilims to lush knotted rugs, known as hali, many of which are created with Ghiordes, or Turkish, knots. Whereas in other knots, the weft (crosswise) yarn is wrapped around one warp (lengthwise) yarn, in Ghiordes knots, it is wrapped around two, imparting lushness and durability. In addition to knotting techniques, Turkish rugs differ in their motifs — naturalistic or stylized, geometric or figurative — which often reflect the region where they were made.
The main types of Turkish rugs, as Milan-based carpet dealer Alfredo Levi explains it, are kilim, typified by a plain slit-tapestry weave, which leaves a gap, or slit, between sections woven with different yarns in different colors; sumak, made with weft wrapping, for a sturdier flat-woven carpet; and cicim, which he describes as “a type of sumak with extra brocade techniques typical of the tribes and villages of central Anatolia.
Within each type, there are various regional styles. Among these are Bergama carpets, characterized by bright reds and strong medallions; thick-piled Tulu rugs; and Konya rugs, which Marco Polo is said to have called “the most beautiful in the world.” With their strong tribal motifs and hot-red wefts of especially luxurious wool, Konya carpets are especially prized by collectors.
Also treasured are Oushak (or Ushak) rugs, with their complex, intricate designs and warm earth tones of saffron, cinnamon, blue, ivory and gold; and Hereke carpets, originally created exclusively for Ottoman sultans, using the finest silk. For Jason Nazmiyal, of New York carpet dealer Nazmiyal Antique Rugs, “a good Turkish rug is when the colors are harmonious.” This is true of both modern and antique Turkish rugs, but the hues have changed over the centuries, thanks to both technology and changes in culture and taste.
Patterns, too, have evolved. Although many weavers continue to produce traditional designs, others reinterpret their cultural heritage in contemporary terms, with bolder ornamentation and more geometric motifs. Contemporary Turkish rugs also are seldom made by hand and often incorporate synthetics into the weave, for cost-effectiveness and a durability suited to 21st-century life.
Find antique and vintage Turkish rugs for your home on 1stDibs. At The Study, read about how to take care of your antique or vintage rug as well as how to choose the right rug for your space.
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