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
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
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...
Category
19th Century Azerbaijani Antique Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Ghashghai Kilim Pillow – Handwoven Geometric Wool Accent, 15" x 9"
Located in Los Angeles, US
Celebrate the artistry of Persian tribal weaving with this stunning 19th Century Ghashghai Kilim pillow. Handwoven from richly dyed wool, the pillow features a dynamic geometric desi...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Antique 19th Century Ghashghai Kilim Pillow Handwoven Tribal Wool Accent, 11"X9"
Located in Los Angeles, US
This antique 19th Century Ghashghai Kilim pillow is a vibrant testament to Persian nomadic textile artistry. Handwoven from rich wool, its bold geometric motif features earthy mustar...
Category
19th Century Antique Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Ghashghai Kilim Lumbar Pillow in Rich Red and Earth Tones
Located in Los Angeles, US
Infused with rich history and artisanal craftsmanship, this 19th Century Ghashghai Kilim lumbar pillow brings timeless tribal beauty into any interior. Handwoven from wool with intri...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Ghashghai Kilim Pillow – 24" x 14" Handwoven Tribal Wool Geometric
Located in Los Angeles, US
Add rustic elegance and centuries-old craftsmanship to your space with this 24" x 14" pillow, made from a genuine 19th-century Ghashghai kilim. Featuring bold, stepped diamond motifs...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Ghashghai Kilim Pillow – 24" x 18" Handwoven Tribal Wool Textile
Located in Los Angeles, US
Bold and richly storied, this 24" x 18" pillow showcases the intricate artistry of a 19th-century Ghashghai kilim, handwoven by Persian nomads. The dramatic diamond medallions in dee...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Ghashghai Kilim Pillow – 18" x 11" Handwoven Tribal Wool Lumbar Tex
Located in Los Angeles, US
Add authentic texture and bold pattern to your home with this 18" x 11" lumbar pillow, crafted from a 19th-century Ghashghai kilim. Showcasing traditional tribal motifs in a rhythmic...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Ghashghai Kilim Pillow – 23" x 13" Handwoven Vintage Wool Lumbar Ac
Located in Los Angeles, US
Infuse your space with bold tribal character through this 23" x 13" lumbar pillow, handcrafted from an original 19th-century Ghashghai kilim. Featuring a powerful geometric design wi...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
19th Century Ghashghai Kilim Pillow – 16" x 16" Handwoven Wool Tribal Accent
Located in Los Angeles, US
Bring depth and heritage into your space with this 16" x 16" square pillow crafted from a 19th-century Ghashghai kilim. Woven by Persian nomads, the design showcases bold diamond med...
Category
19th Century Persian Antique Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
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 does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry cleaning is recom...
Category
19th Century Turkish Antique Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4347
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 4317
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 4351
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 KC3524
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 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
Kilim from Konya, Central Anatolia, Turkey, Mid-20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
This is a pure wool small kilim woven with un-dyed wool from Central Anatolia Turkey.
These simple weavings are usually done for home use and bears all the characteristics of the ...
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
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4387
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 4323
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 4382
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 KC3494
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 Cover Made from Vintage Anatolian Covers
By Seref Ozen
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
Pillow Cover Made from a Vintage Obi, Japan
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Cleaning is reccommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Japanese Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool
Antique & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow KC3497
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 KC3482
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 KC3476
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 4345
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
Textile Turkish Rug
Located in New York, NY
A vintage one of a kind Jajim.
With the Jajim weaving technique, different colored threads are applied between the weft and warp threads, on the reverse of the weave. It is often ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool
Pillow Cover Made from a Vintage Anatolian Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Cleaning is reccomended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool
Mid 20th C. Pillow Cover Made from Vintage Anatolian Covers
By Seref Ozen
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
It does not come with an insert. Linen in the back. Zipper Closure. Dry Cleaning
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Cleaning is reccomended.
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool
Mid 20th C. Pillow Cover Made from Vintage Anatolian Covers
By Seref Ozen
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
Pillow Cover Made from a Vintage Anatolian Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper Closure.
Dry Cleaning is reccomended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool
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
Neutral Pillow Case Made from a Vintage Wool Cover, Mid 20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
The materials this pillowcase is made from purely natural, undyed wool, dating back to mid 20th C.
Embroidered design elements on it are our design and they are purely hand done on ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool
Minimalist, Kilim, Cover, Perde from Eastern Anatolia, Turkey, Mid-20th Century
Located in Istanbul, TR
This is a fine weaving in wool that can either be used on the floor or on a wall or a caoch.
Deep well saturated colors.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool
Kilim from Konya, Central Anatolia, Turkey, Mid-20th C
Located in Istanbul, TR
This is a pure wool small kilim woven with un-dyed wool from Central Anatolia Turkey.
These simple weavings are usually done for home use and bears all the characteristics of the ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool
Pillow Cases Made from Anatolian Angora Siirt Blanket, 1960s-1970s
Located in Istanbul, TR
The do not come with inserts.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry cleaning is recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Angora
Kilim Perde Pillow Case from Anatolia Turkey, 1960s
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry cleaning is recommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Silk
Pillowcase Made from a Contemporary Cotton Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back.
Zipper closure.
Dry Cleaning is reccommended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Wool Cicim Pillow Case Made from an Anatolian Cicim Kilim, Mid-20th Century
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
Plaid Cover Rug
Located in New York, NY
Plaid cover rug. A lovely old flat-weaver ug from Western Turkey, woven in panels on a narrow loom. Rug can be used as a floor cover in a low traffic area, b...
Category
1970s Turkish Vintage Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Pillow Case Fashioned from a Mid-20th Century Anatolian Cotton Apron
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert.
Linen in the back
Zipper closure
Dry Cleaning is recomended.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Cotton
Old Kilim Pillow Cases Fashioned from a Vintage Anatolian Wool Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
The do not come with inserts.
Linen in the back
Dry clean only
Measures: 63 x 46 cm / 24.8 x 18.11 in.
66 x 46 cm / 25.98 x 18.11 in.
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool
3.6x5.5 Ft Flat-weave Kilim Rug, Plain Cream Blanket, Wool Bedspread, Tablecloth
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Decorative flat-weave Kurdish rug made of goat's wool, New production. Very Soft, floppy weave, ideal to use on the floor with a rug-pad or as a table cover, bed cover, wall hanging,...
Category
2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair
31x49 in Flat-weave Wool Kilim Rug, Kurdish Blanket, Wall Hanging, Siirt Throw
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Decorative flat-weave Kurdish rug made of goat's wool, New production. Very Soft, floppy weave, ideal to use on the floor with a rug-pad or as a table cover, bed cover, wall hanging,...
Category
2010s Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair
Turkish Jajim Flat-Weave Textile
Located in New York, NY
Jajim in predominant accents in gray, red, white
7'2''x 9'7''
With the Jajim weaving technique, different colored threads are applied between the weft and warp threads, on the rev...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Textiles
Materials
Wool
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4359
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 4411
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 4164
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 4223
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 4397
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 4194
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 4399
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 4222
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 4234
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 4482
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
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.