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50632, Vintage Turkish Oushak Accent Rug with Rustic Bungalow Style. This luxurious traditional style Oushak rug features a classic medallion and corner motif. The intricate medallio...

76709, vintage Indian rug with traditional style and all-over floral design. This opulent traditional style rug features a warm spice colored field blooming with lush, intricate palm...

76958 Antique Persian Hamadan Rug Runner, 03'10 x 07'05. Persian Hamadan rugs with a Medallion and Corner Design are a type of handwoven rug originating from the Hamadan region in Ir...

A vintage Turkish Anatolian small room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 7' 1" x 10' 1".

A vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 10' 1" x 14' 0" Flat-weave rugs & carpets: Knotted pile rugs are just one small part of a vast universe of textile techniques suitable for heavy use. If you can imagine it, some weaver has tried it out. Pieces can be roughly divided into those reversible from the start and those never, or at least not initially, reversible. Thus, kilims are considered reversible, while everything else is not. Kilims are tapestry woven rugs with both sides the same, in either slit technique where colors change, or with various methods of avoiding slits. Slit tapestry weave goes back to ancient times and Coptic Egyptian weavers used it for ornaments on garments and larger wall hangings. Slits can be avoided by dovetailing of colors (warp sharing) or by interlocking the wefts. The Navajo weavers of the Southwest practice the first while the fine shawl weavers of Kashmir and Kerman employed the second. Interlocking produces a one-faced fabric, with smooth and rough, ridged faces. The typical Turkish, Caucasian, or Persian rustic kilim shows slits, but never long ones. Aubusson French carpets are also slit tapestries and the long color transitions are sewn up as part of the regular maintenance. Some kilims are very fine. The best antique urban Sehna (Senna) kilims on wool, cotton or silk warps approximate the comparable rugs in refinement and are the most desirable of all Persian kilims. Although the various flatweave techniques are usually expressed in geometric, simple, often repeating, patterns, Sehna kilims demonstrate that even the most intricate designs can be effectively rendered in flat-stich. The term ‘kilim’ has been extended to cover any pileless, weft-faced heavy textile. Thus, the sectioned and joined northeastern Persian horizontally striped wool rugs are called ‘kilims’. So are the plain-weave end finishes of pile rugs. All these are weft-faced, weft patterned flatweaves. These sectioned pieces are woven not on a frame loom, but one steadied by the weaver at one end and with the warps fastened down at the other. Only relatively recent have these tribal pieces become available. They are used as floorcoverings, hangings, room dividers, furniture covers. They are mostly bitonal in shades of natural dark brown and beige. Some more recent pieces show weaver innovations with ikat and moire effects. Work proceeds quickly and a skilled weaver can complete a thirty foot strip in almost no time. Wefts, the elements added as weaving progresses, play an essential part in what is a flatweave. The best-known example of an extra-weft, wrapping technique is on Caucasian and tribal Persian Soumaks, where a pattern weft wraps around the fixed warp, changing as weaving progresses. Soumaks can be large carpets, Kuba in the Caucasus, small bag faces (Caucasian and Persian Shah Savan saddle bags), or cover scatter rugs (Persian Afshars). The Soumak technique is fast, and a weaver can work much more quickly than tying knots. The left-over wefts are cut off on the back, so the front and back are initially different. As a Soumak on the floor gets used, these weft yarns wear away and the two sides converge although the exact texture remains distinct. There are other ways of pattern by weft. Often on smaller tribal pieces, the pattern weft(s) is (are) part of the weft structure, moving in an out, and holding the whole thing together. These wefts can be complementary or added (supplementary), continuous across the flatweave or cut off as they travel unneeded across the verso. Supplementary weft flatweaves are often very compact and substantial. The nomadic Turkmen and Balouch tribes employ both supplementary and complementary weft techniques on their pieces. Supplementary wefts are often raised on the recto (front) while complementary wefts are flat to the surface. Tribal Kurds employ this extra-wefting technique. The Balouch of Pakistan use complementary wefts almost exclusively on their small woven paraphernalia like salt bags. Flatweave techniques may be combined on a single piece. Afshar rugs employ plain-weave end strips, preceded by Soumak bands, with pile sections between. The large Bakhtiari saddlebags feature Soumak work, pile “islands” an areas of plain-weave. Qashqai rugs and kilims frequently displays checkerboard end strips in continuous, complementary wefting. Another distinct flatweave type is the jajim (jijim, cecim) in which a pattern is added with colored wefts as the weaving of the plain-weave ground progresses. Here the wefts are discontinuous and the pattern stands proud from the voided ground. Often made in two pieces on narrow looms and edge-sewn together, these may have geometric patterns. The term ‘jajim’ also refers to the assembled warp-faced strip and stripe covers from the Shah Savan of northwest Persia, the pattern is defined by warps alone, usually in plain stripes, but sometimes in designs of ladders, snakes, human figures and various animals. Here the color changing warps are continuous. Most are wool, a few are silk. Better to call these something else. Indian ‘Dhurries’ are all cotton kilims and ‘shatrangis’ employ wool wefts on cotton warps. Dhurries are slitless. The cotton texture is more appropriate to the humid and warm climate of the Indian subcontinent. Modern Dhurries...

Born in France. Designed in Milan. Produced in Nepal. cc-tapis is an Italian company which produces contemporary hand-knotted rugs which are created in Nepal by expert Tibetan artis...

Born in France. Designed in Milan. Produced in Nepal. cc-tapis is an Italian company which produces contemporary hand-knotted rugs which are created in Nepal by expert Tibetan artis...

Born in France. Designed in Milan. Produced in Nepal. cc-tapis is an Italian company which produces contemporary hand-knotted rugs which are created in Nepal by expert Tibetan artisans. The company was founded by Nelcya Chamszadeh and Fabrizio Cantoni in France who have been producing hand-knotted rugs in Nepal for over 18 years. In 2011 cc-tapis moved to Milan where the company is now based and a team of designers lead by Daniele Lora, art-director and partner, innovate through a new approach to traditional methods. A strong respect for the materials and for the culture of this ancient craft is reflected in the company’s eco-friendly approach to every step of production, ranging from the hand spinning of the softest Himalayan wool to the use of purified rainwater for the washing of the final products, making each one of cc-tapis rugs...

A vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century with an offset horizontally striped pattern in shades of brown, cream, and black. Measures: 6' 2...

This mid-20th century vintage flat-weave rug was crafted in Turkey, circa mid-20th century. Using ancient techniques of carpet making, the artisan weavers styled this rug with the fi...

Enhance your home with this luxurious Contemporary wool & silk rug, meticulously handcrafted in Nepal. This exquisite piece creates a visually captivating centerpiece for any room. C...

A vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century with a salt and pepper pattern in white-beige. Measures: 10' 2" x 13' 3" Flat-weave rug...

A vintage Persian Kashan accent carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 6' 7" x 9' 5".

30274 Transitional Ikat Rug, 07'10 x 10'02. Global chic meets modern boho in this hand knotted wool Ikat rug from India. The eye-catching ikat design and earthy colorway woven into t...

Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave a Himalayan wool coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 89.000 individual knots ...

71962 Vintage Persian Bakhtiari Rug, 07'03 x 10'04. Persian Bakhtiari rugs, originating from the rugged Zagros Mountains of Iran, are esteemed for their exquisite craftsmanship and rich cultural heritage. Handwoven by skilled artisans from the Bakhtiari tribe, these carpets boast intricate designs inspired by the surrounding natural landscapes, ranging from floral motifs to geometric patterns. Utilizing locally sourced wool known for its durability and lustrous quality, Bakhtiari rugs not only showcase artistic prowess but also offer versatility and longevity. Whether gracing the floors of palaces or adorning contemporary interiors, these rugs serve as timeless symbols of tradition and beauty, captivating enthusiasts worldwide with their enduring allure and unparalleled craftsmanship.​ Behold the resplendent allure of yesteryears woven into the very fabric of this exquisite hand-knotted wool vintage Persian Bakhtiari rug. A canvas of opulent hues and mesmerizing patterns, it captures the essence of Victorian Renaissance elegance in every thread. At its heart lies a captivating central medallion, a testament to the era's penchant for ornate detail. Adorned with intricate botanical motifs and scalloped edges, it exudes a regal charm that transports you to a bygone era of opulence and refinement. Anchored by palmette pendants at each end, the medallion forms the focal point of this enchanting composition. But it is in the intricacies of the cut-out field and corner spandrels that the true magic unfolds. Here, an allover botanical pattern unfurls, weaving together a symphony of lush frondescence, stylized florals, and verdant foliage. Each serrated leaf, blooming palmette, and delicate tendril whispers tales of Victorian splendor, inviting you to lose yourself in their mesmerizing embrace. As your gaze traverses the expanse of this splendid rug, you'll be captivated by the harmonious interplay of colors and motifs. A floral and bird botanical...

A vintage Persian Malayer throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 7" x 5' 4".

A vintage Turkish Anatolian gallery carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 5' 3" x 11' 4".

A vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 10' 5" x 13' 5" Flat-weave rugs & carpets: Knotted pile rugs are just one small part of a vast universe of textile techniques suitable for heavy use. If you can imagine it, some weaver has tried it out. Pieces can be roughly divided into those reversible from the start and those never, or at least not initially, reversible. Thus, kilims are considered reversible, while everything else is not. Kilims are tapestry woven rugs with both sides the same, in either slit technique where colors change, or with various methods of avoiding slits. Slit tapestry weave goes back to ancient times and Coptic Egyptian weavers used it for ornaments on garments and larger wall hangings. Slits can be avoided by dovetailing of colors (warp sharing) or by interlocking the wefts. The Navajo weavers of the Southwest practice the first while the fine shawl weavers of Kashmir and Kerman employed the second. Interlocking produces a one-faced fabric, with smooth and rough, ridged faces. The typical Turkish, Caucasian, or Persian rustic kilim shows slits, but never long ones. Aubusson French carpets are also slit tapestries and the long color transitions are sewn up as part of the regular maintenance. Some kilims are very fine. The best antique urban Sehna (Senna) kilims on wool, cotton or silk warps approximate the comparable rugs in refinement and are the most desirable of all Persian kilims. Although the various flatweave techniques are usually expressed in geometric, simple, often repeating, patterns, Sehna kilims demonstrate that even the most intricate designs can be effectively rendered in flat-stich. The term ‘kilim’ has been extended to cover any pileless, weft-faced heavy textile. Thus, the sectioned and joined northeastern Persian horizontally striped wool rugs are called ‘kilims’. So are the plain-weave end finishes of pile rugs. All these are weft-faced, weft patterned flatweaves. These sectioned pieces are woven not on a frame loom, but one steadied by the weaver at one end and with the warps fastened down at the other. Only relatively recent have these tribal pieces become available. They are used as floorcoverings, hangings, room dividers, furniture covers. They are mostly bitonal in shades of natural dark brown and beige. Some more recent pieces show weaver innovations with ikat and moire effects. Work proceeds quickly and a skilled weaver can complete a thirty foot strip in almost no time. Wefts, the elements added as weaving progresses, play an essential part in what is a flatweave. The best-known example of an extra-weft, wrapping technique is on Caucasian and tribal Persian Soumaks, where a pattern weft wraps around the fixed warp, changing as weaving progresses. Soumaks can be large carpets, Kuba in the Caucasus, small bag faces (Caucasian and Persian Shah Savan saddle bags), or cover scatter rugs (Persian Afshars). The Soumak technique is fast, and a weaver can work much more quickly than tying knots. The left-over wefts are cut off on the back, so the front and back are initially different. As a Soumak on the floor gets used, these weft yarns wear away and the two sides converge although the exact texture remains distinct. There are other ways of pattern by weft. Often on smaller tribal pieces, the pattern weft(s) is (are) part of the weft structure, moving in an out, and holding the whole thing together. These wefts can be complementary or added (supplementary), continuous across the flatweave or cut off as they travel unneeded across the verso. Supplementary weft flatweaves are often very compact and substantial. The nomadic Turkmen and Balouch tribes employ both supplementary and complementary weft techniques on their pieces. Supplementary wefts are often raised on the recto (front) while complementary wefts are flat to the surface. Tribal Kurds employ this extra-wefting technique. The Balouch of Pakistan use complementary wefts almost exclusively on their small woven paraphernalia like salt bags. Flatweave techniques may be combined on a single piece. Afshar rugs employ plain-weave end strips, preceded by Soumak bands, with pile sections between. The large Bakhtiari saddlebags feature Soumak work, pile “islands” an areas of plain-weave. Qashqai rugs and kilims frequently displays checkerboard end strips in continuous, complementary wefting. Another distinct flatweave type is the jajim (jijim, cecim) in which a pattern is added with colored wefts as the weaving of the plain-weave ground progresses. Here the wefts are discontinuous and the pattern stands proud from the voided ground. Often made in two pieces on narrow looms and edge-sewn together, these may have geometric patterns. The term ‘jajim’ also refers to the assembled warp-faced strip and stripe covers from the Shah Savan of northwest Persia, the pattern is defined by warps alone, usually in plain stripes, but sometimes in designs of ladders, snakes, human figures and various animals. Here the color changing warps are continuous. Most are wool, a few are silk. Better to call these something else. Indian ‘Dhurries’ are all cotton kilims and ‘shatrangis’ employ wool wefts on cotton warps. Dhurries are slitless. The cotton texture is more appropriate to the humid and warm climate of the Indian subcontinent. Modern Dhurries...

A vintage Persian Mahal small throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 2' 0" x 2' 10".

A modern Turkish large room size carpet handmade during the 21st century with a contemporary design in white and grey. Measures: 10' 1" x 14' 2".

A vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim large room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century with a salt and pepper pattern in shades of grey. Measures: 12' 4" x 14' 11".

Born in France. Designed in Milan. Produced in Nepal. cc-tapis is an Italian company which produces contemporary hand-knotted rugs which are created in Nepal by expert Tibetan artis...

Hand knotted in the cc-tapis atelier in Kathmandu, Nepal. The rug is made with a cotton weave and a Himalayan wool pile, coming from the areas surrounding the atelier. 125.000 indivi...

A contemporary Turkish flatweave Kilim accent rug handmade during the 21st century. This patchwork style carpet consists of hand-weaving tog...

A hand-knotted contemporary Turkish rug. This modern rug has even medium wool pile on wool foundation. It is made of premium hand-spun sheep and natural dyes, ie. plant based non c...

A modern Turkish flat-weave Kilim large room size carpet handmade during the 21st century with a colorful horizontally striped pattern. A statement piece with its bright and whimsica...

A modern Turkish flatweave Kilim oversize carpet handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 14' 7" x 19' 9".

A vintage Turkish flatweave Kilim oversize carpet handmade during the late 20th century. Measures: 13' 1" x 20' 4"

Asad-Bakhtiari has always been fascinated by arrows and their power. The Archer Collection is made of 7 individual designs where the artist explores semiotics and cultural icons, cre...

A vintage Turkish flatweave Kilim accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 6' 2" x 9' 0".

A contemporary Turkish flatweave Kilim large room size carpet handmade during the 21st century in the patchwork style using remnants of vintage Turkish flatweaves from the mid-20th c...

A modern Sultanabad-style Persian Mahal large room size carpet handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 11' 8" x 15' 10".

A contemporary Turkish room size carpet handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 9' 3" x 12' 5".

A modern Turkish flatweave Kilim large room size carpet handmade during the 21st century with some tribal design elements in geometric form. Measures: 10' 3" x 14' 2".

A contemporary Turkish flatweave Kilim room size carpet in beige/cream handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 10' 2" x 12' 11".

A modern Turkish flatweave Kilim accent rug handmade during the 21st century with a vertically striped pole design in denim black. Denim blue and cream, and some full and partial ste...

A modern Turkish flatweave Kilim accent rug handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 6'1" x 9'3".

A vintage Turkish Anatolian gallery rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 5' 5" x 11' 3".

A modern Turkish patchwork-style flatweave Kilim large room size carpet handmade during the 21st century using remnants of Turkish flatweaves from the mid-20th century period. Mea...

A handmade Persian Gabbeh square scatter rug with a crimson red field boldly dating 1367, (circa 1950). This tribal rug hand knotted by the nomadic Qashqai group of Persia were decad...

A modern Turkish Oushak room size carpet handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 10' 1" x 14' 6".

A vintage Turkish Anatolian throw rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 3' 1" x 5' 7".

A modern Turkish Tulu large room size rug with a low shaggy pile handmade during the 21st century. The geometric "Mayan Pyramid" design of stepped arche...

A vintage Persian flatweave Kilim accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 6' 0" x 9' 11".

A modern Turkish Kilim flat-weave rug handmade during the 21st century comprised of 3 columns with light beige backgrounds and brown stitching. Measures: 10' 4" x 14' 0".

"Passo Doppio" è un tappeto tessuto a mano su telai tradizionali e realizzato con un filato tecnico altamente performante dell'azienda italiana pioniere nel settore del tappeto conte...

"Passo Doppio" è un tappeto tessuto a mano su telai tradizionali e realizzato con un filato tecnico altamente performante dell'azienda italiana pioniere nel settore del tappeto conte...

A modern Turkish flat-weave Kilim large room size carpet handmade during the 21st century with a neutral pastel colored geometric large scale pattern resembling circus tents over a w...

"Fluid" è un tappeto altamente performante scolpito a mano e progettato dalla designer Deanna Comellini, fondatrice e direttrice artistica del brand italiano G.T.DESIGN, pioniere nel...

A vintage Turkish flatweave Kilim accent rug handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 6' 0" x 9' 6".

A modern Turkish flatweave Kilim room size carpet handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 8' 7" x 10' 3".

A modern Turkish flatweave Kilim room size carpet handmade during the 21st century in shades of cream, black, and light brown. Measures: 9' 9" x 12' 7".

cc-tapis plain rug in 100% linen, normal pile (0.03 cm). Standard measurement is 8 feet x 10 feet. Hand-loomed, 8.3000 knots/sqft. Available in light grey and sand. cc-tapis was c...

A modern Persian flatweave accent rug handmade during the 21st century. Measures: 4' 2" x 6' 6".

A vintage Persian flatweave Kilim accent rug in square format handmade during the mid-20th century. Measures: 6' 6" x 7' 8".

La collezione di tappeti contemporanei "Sahil" fonde artigianato antico e sensibilità ecologica in tappeti dal carattere autentico e sostenibile. Realizzati in 100% iuta, un materia...

La collezione di tappeti contemporanei "Sahil" fonde artigianato antico e sensibilità ecologica in tappeti dal carattere autentico e sostenibile. Realizzati in 100% iuta, un materia...