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Kilim Textiles

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
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 is recommended.
Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Vintage 19th Century Caucasian Kilim Lumbar Pillow – 20” x 11”
Located in Los Angeles, US
Elevate your interiors with this striking 19th century Caucasian Kilim lumbar pillow, meticulously handcrafted from antique tribal wool textiles. Featuring bold geometric motifs in r...
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19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

llowcase Made from an Eastern Anatolian Perde ‘ Cover’, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
Rustic stitches on the pillowcases are hand done and in silk. They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry clean is recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Vibrant 19th Century Caucasian Kilim Pillow – 15” x 8”
Located in Los Angeles, US
Bring centuries of textile tradition into your home with this vivid 19th century Caucasian kilim pillow, showcasing classic diamond lattice moti...
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19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4388
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
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2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Pillowcase Made from an Eastern Anatolian Perde ‘ Cover’, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
Rustic stitches on the pillowcases are hand done and in silk. They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry clean is recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Pillowcase Made from a Mid 20th C. Anatolian , Turkish Neutral Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pillowcase does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry Cleaning recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4389
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Mid 20th C. Pillow Cases Made from Vintage Anatolian Cover
Located in Istanbul, TR
This pillow case is made from a vintage Anatolian Cotton Cover. Hand done silk stitching on it is our addition to the piece to give it a fine detail. It does not come with inserts...
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Pillowcase Made from a Mid 20th C. Anatolian , Turkish Neutral Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pillowcase does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry Cleaning recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Cotton

%100 Silk & Natural Dye, Ikat Cushion Cover, Uzbekistan Modern Pillow
Located in Tokyo, JP
Silk Ikat cushions with rich design and high quality, carefully made one by one in Uzbekistan in Central Asia. Both the front and back sides are hand-woven silk cloth (ikat). All ...
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2010s Uzbek Kilim Textiles

Materials

Silk, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4381
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Pillowcase Made from an Eastern Anatolian Perde ‘ Cover’, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
Rustic stitches on the pillowcases are hand done and in silk. They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry clean is recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

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 back. Zipper closure. Dry Cleaning is recommended.
Category

19th Century Turkish Antique Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Pillowcase Made from an Eastern Anatolian Perde ‘ Cover’, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
Rustic stitches on the pillowcases are hand done and in silk. They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry clean is recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4517
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged parts of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is cut out fro...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Cushion Made from an Antique Avar Kilim from Dagestan , Early 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Dagestan, land of mountains, is situated in North Caucasus is famous for their fine rugs and kilims as well as embroideries. This very cuhion is made from one. It does not come with ...
Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4492
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged parts of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is cut out fro...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4469
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged parts of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is cut out fro...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4523
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged parts of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is cut out fro...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Mid 20th C. Pillow Cover Made from Vintage Anatolian Covers
Located in Istanbul, TR
This pillow case is made from a vintage Anatolian Cotton Cover. Hand done silk stitching on it is our addition to the piece to give it a fine detail. It does not come with inserts. ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Cushion Made from an Antique Avar Kilim from Dagestan , Early 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Dagestan, land of mountains, is situated in North Caucasus is famous for their fine rugs and kilims as well as embroideries. This very cuhion is made from one. It does not come with ...
Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4333
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4402
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged parts of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is cut out fro...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Pillowcase does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pillowcase does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry Cleaning recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4435
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged parts of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is cut out fro...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4501
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged parts of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is cut out fro...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Antique & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow KC3034
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Pillow Case Made from an Antique Anatolian Cicim Rug
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry Cleaning is recommended.
Category

Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4324
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4392
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Floor Cushion Made from an Antique Avar Kilim from Dagestan , Early 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Dagestan, land of mountains, is situated in North Caucasus is famous for their fine rugs and kilims as well as embroideries. This very cuhion is made from one. It does not come with ...
Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4472
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged parts of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is cut out fro...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4494
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged parts of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is cut out fro...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Antique & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow KC3496
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4446
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged parts of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is cut out fro...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Floor Cushion Made from an Antique Avar Kilim from Dagestan , Early 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Dagestan, land of mountains, is situated in North Caucasus is famous for their fine rugs and kilims as well as embroideries. This very cuhion is made from one. It does not come with ...
Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Antique Indian Jail Dhurrie Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an early 20th Century Indian Jail Dhurrie Flat-woven Rug Measures: 1'5''x 2'.
Category

Early 20th Century Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Pillowcase Made from a 1960s Hemp Rug
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pillowcase made from a 1960s Hemp rug. It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry cleaning is reccommended. Ivory stitching is in silk and hand ...
Category

Mid-20th Century Kilim Textiles

Materials

Silk, Hemp

Lumbar Kilim Pillow Case Made from a Mid-20th Century, Anatolian Cover
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.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Pillowcase Made from an Eastern Anatolian Perde ‘ Cover’, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
Rustic stitches on the pillowcases are hand done and in silk. They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry clean is recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Mid 20th C. Pillow Cases Made from Vintage Anatolian Cover
Located in Istanbul, TR
This pillow case is made from a vintage Anatolian Cotton Cover. Hand done silk stitching on it is our addition to the piece to give it a fine detail. It does not come with inserts...
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Cotton

Cushion Made from an Antique Avar Kilim from Dagestan , Early 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Dagestan, land of mountains, is situated in North Caucasus is famous for their fine rugs and kilims as well as embroideries. This very cuhion is made from one. It does not come with ...
Category

Early 20th Century Caucasian Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Antique Early 20th C. Pillow cases made from a Caucasian armenian Karabagh kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
These pillow cases made from an early 20th C. armenian Karabagh kilim, have been backed with vintage jand loomed wool and cotton textile. Dry clean or spot cleaning only. Insert for...
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Early 20th Century Armenian Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Pillowcase Made from a Contemporary Hemp Weaving
Located in Istanbul, TR
-No insert. -Hemp in the back. -Zipper closure. -Dry Cleaning is recommended.
Category

Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Hemp

Colorful 19th Century Caucasian Kilim Lumbar Pillow – 18” x 10”
Located in Los Angeles, US
A vibrant celebration of antique textile tradition, this 19th century Caucasian kilim lumbar pillow showcases masterful craftsmanship and bold geometric design. The handwoven wool co...
Category

19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Pillowcase Made from an Eastern Anatolian Perde ‘ Cover’, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
Rustic stitches on the pillowcases are hand done and in silk. They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry clean is recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Pillowcase Made from an Eastern Anatolian Perde ‘ Cover’, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
Rustic stitches on the pillowcases are hand done and in silk. They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry clean is recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Mid 20th C. Pillow Cases Made from Vintage Anatolian Cover
Located in Istanbul, TR
This pillow case is made from a vintage Anatolian Cotton Cover. Hand done silk stitching on it is our addition to the piece to give it a fine detail. It does not come with inserts...
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool, Silk

Mid 20th C. Pillow Cases Made from Vintage Anatolian Cover
Located in Istanbul, TR
This pillow case is made from a vintage Anatolian cotton cover. Hand done silk stitching on it is our addition to the piece to give it a fine detail. It does not come with inserts...
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Mid 20th C. Pillow Cases Made from Vintage Anatolian Cover
Located in Istanbul, TR
This pillow case is made from a vintage Anatolian Cotton Cover. Hand done silk stitching on it is our addition to the piece to give it a fine detail. It does not come with inserts...
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Cotton, Silk

Mid 20th C. Pillow Cases Made from Vintage Anatolian Cover
Located in Istanbul, TR
This pillow case is made from a vintage Anatolian cotton cover. Hand done silk stitching on it is our addition to the piece to give it a fine detail. It does not come with inserts...
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool, Silk

Antique 19th Century Caucasian Kilim Lumbar Pillow – 19” x 11”
Located in Los Angeles, US
This antique 19th century Caucasian kilim pillow blends rich heritage with bold, artistic design. Crafted from handwoven wool kilim, it showcase...
Category

19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Pillow Case Made from a Vintage Flatweave
Located in Istanbul, TR
Design elements on the weavings are our additions as an Accent to the piece and they are all hand done. It does not come with an ınsert. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry Cealn...
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Pillowcase Made from an Eastern Anatolian Perde ‘ Cover’, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
Rustic stitches on the pillowcases are hand done and in silk. They do not come with inserts. Linen in the back. Zipper closure. Dry clean is recommended.
Category

Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4385
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Antique & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow KC3543
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4309
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Zabihi Collection Antique Indian Dhurrie Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from an early 20th century Indian Jail Dhurrie Flat-woven Rug Measures: 12' x 21''.
Category

Early 20th Century Kilim Textiles

Materials

Wool, Cotton

Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4419
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made a cushion cover using the undamaged part of the precious and high-quality old & antique kilims that cannot be repaired as a whole. Like a painting, a part of the scenery is c...
Category

2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles

Materials

Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Kilim textiles for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Kilim textiles 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 textiles created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include more furniture and collectibles, rugs and carpets, asian art and furniture and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Kilim textiles made in a specific country, there are Asia, West Asia, and Caucasus pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original textiles, popular names associated with this style include Ararat Rugs, Seref Ozen, and George Smith. 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 textiles differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $77 and tops out at $3,750 while the average work can sell for $200.

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