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Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Ivory White with Black Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: From our beloved “Rez Kilim” collection, ...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Sandy Beige-Brown, Panel Woven Style
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a 12x16 Kilim from a remarkable new line of contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: This “Rez Kilim” marks a modern take on classic panel-weaving, ...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Oversized Contemporary Kilim with Textural Beige and Cream Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this oversized 14x21 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a conte...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Beige-Brown with Gray Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, a gift-sized 3x4 Kilim from an innovative new contemporary flat weave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: The “Rez Kilim” connotes a modern take on classic ...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

%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 Central Asian Rugs

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Silk, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Gift-Sized Kilim, Beige and Cream Textural Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 3x4 contemporary gist-sized Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contem...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Kilim Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
A modern hand knotted Kilim square rug with an all-over geometric design. This rug measures 5'1" x 6'6".
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Rust Orange and Cream White Textural Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Suzani Style Kilim Runner Rug with Polychromatic Pictorials
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 2x7 Kilim runner rug represents an exciting new line of Modern Classics and contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim—a series of designs inspired by anti...
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Baluch Kilim (DK-124-95)
Located in New York, NY
An old kilim, attributed to one of the Baluch tribal groups living along the western borders of Afghanistan who are all prolific weavers. Woven in two halves on a simple nomadic loo...
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Early 20th Century Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool, Goat Hair

Vintage Turkish Kilim Wool Rug In Dark Brown With Allover Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This beautiful wool kilim rug showcases a striking all-over geometric design with vibrant multi-colored accents set against a deep brown background. This rug measures 2'10" x 11'11"...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Kilim Wool Rug Flatweave with Multicolor Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern Kilim flat-weave wool rug in a beige color field with multicolor accents in a gorgeous abstract design. This rug measures 10'5" x 13'6".
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Suzani Style Kilim in Cream with Polychromatic Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 4x6 Kilim represents an exciting new line of Modern Classics and contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim—a series of designs...
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Suzani Style Kilim in Cream with Polychromatic Bird Pictorials
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 3x5 Kilim represents an exciting new line of Modern Classics and contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim—a series of designs inspired by antique Suzani ...
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Suzani Style Kilim in Pink with Polychromatic Diamond Medallions
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 2x6 Kilim represents an exciting new line of Modern Classics and contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim—a series of designs inspired by antique Suzani ...
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Turkestan Old Yomut Kilim Turkoman Central Asian Yomud Rug Turkomen Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a Central Asian Old Yomut (Yomud) Kilim from the West Turkestan and Iran region with a rare and beautiful color composition. The Yomut are to be found in north-east Iran, an...
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Mid-20th Century Turkmen Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool, Natural Fiber

Zabihi Collection Jajim Turkish Flatweave
Located in New York, NY
Mid-20th Century Colorful Turkish Jajim kilim Measures: 3'8'' x 6'9” With the Jijim weaving technique, different colored threads are applied between the weft and warp threads, on ...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Kilim Flat-Weave Handmade Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern flat-weave handmade wool rug. This Kilim rug has a brown field with accents of blue and beige in a gorgeous geometric expressionist design. This rug measures: 9'2...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-Century Modern Style Kilim Wool Rug with Brown Field
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Contemporary Kilim wool rug with a brown color field. This flatweave rug features a gorgeous geometric deco design in beige, orange, and blue accents. Combining brown, beig...
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Suzani Style Kilim Runner Rug in Cream with Floral Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 2x6 Kilim and runner rug represents an exciting new line of Modern Classics and contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim—a series of designs inspired by ...
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

1920's Afghan Flatweave Kilim Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
79069 Antique Maimana Afghan Kilim Rug, 02'05 x 03'03. This enchanting handwoven wool antique Maimana Afghan kilim rug epitomizes the masterful artistry of skilled weavers from the M...
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Early 20th Century Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Blue and Slate Gray Textural Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x10 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with White Black and Textural Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Fuschia Pink and White Textural Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with White and Charcoal Textural Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in Beige-Brown Textural Stripes, White Accents
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 10x14 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary h...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Brown Flaweave Kilim Wool Rug With Trellis Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful hand-knotted flat-weave kilim wool rug. This rug has a dark brown field with ivory accents in an all-over tracery design. This rug measures 8' 7" x 9' 10".
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

224 - 19th Century Kilim 'Senneh'
Located in Paris, FR
224 - 19th century Kilim (Senneh).
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1850s Asian Antique Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim in White and Light Blue Textural Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 6x11 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Indian Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Antique Central Asian Natural Dyed Wool Geometric Tent Band Runner
Located in New York, NY
Long Central Asian natural dyed wool flat weave tent band runner, with traditional geometric design. Measures 65" length x 7.38"width.
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Late 19th Century Asian Antique Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Oversize Black & White Striped Kilim Flatweave Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
A contemporary oversize black and white striped Kilim rug. This hand-woven flatweave wool rug measures 12'4" x 18'0".
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2010s Asian Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Suzani Style Kilim in Cream with Polychrome Paisleys and Florals
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 6x10 Kilim represents an exciting new line of Modern Classics and contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim—a series of designs inspired by antique Suzani...
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

%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...
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2010s Uzbek Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Silk, Natural Fiber, Organic Material

Rug & Kilim’s Austrian Art Deco Rug in Beige-Brown with Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool and silk, this 6x9 modern Austrian art deco rug in beige-brown underscores geometric patterns, cream accents and just the slightest hint of sage green. ...
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2010s Nepalese Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool, Silk

Flatweave Modern Deco Kilim Wool Rug in Brown / Blue
Located in Norwalk, CT
This flatweave wool rug exhibits a captivating brown field with blue accents, creating a contemporary and aesthetically-pleasing effect. This fashionable design is crafted with a spe...
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Tribal Kilim Rug with Colorful Stripes, from Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in wool, this 6x12 vintage Afghan tribal kilim rug is an extraordinarily simple piece with colorful stripes and a simple presence. On the Design: As an exciting new ...
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1950s Afghan Vintage Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Kilim Flat-Weave Beige & Gray Oversize Wool Rug With Greometric Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful Modern flat-weave Kilim handmade wool rug with a beige color field. This Kilim rug has gray accents in a gorgeous stripe design. This rug measures: 12'1" x 15'2".
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Textural Beige, Taupe and Cream Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 10x14 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary ho...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Kilim Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
A hand-knotted modern Kilim rug with a geometric design. This rug measures 2'9" x 11'9".  
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Textural Blue, White and Green Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Textural Cream, Beige and Blue Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x11 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Oversized Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Textural Brown and Cream Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 14x19 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary ho...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Textural Beige and Cream Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x10 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Suzani Style Kilim in Blue with Polychrome Tree and Bird Pictorial
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with handwoven wool, this 4x6 Kilim represents an exciting new line of Modern Classics and contemporary flatweaves by Rug & Kilim—a series of designs...
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Teal Modern Expressionist Flat-Weave Room Size Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful modern flat-weave Kilim handmade wool rug with a teal field. This Kilim rug has accents of beige and blue in a gorgeous geometric Expressionist design. This rug measures...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Kilim Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
A hand-knotted modern Kilim rug with a linear pattern design. This rug measures 3'6" x 10'2".  
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21st Century and Contemporary Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Kilim Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
61142 Vintage Afghan Kilim rug, measures 04'06 x 04'04. Full of tiny details and nomadic charm, this handwoven wool vintage Afghan kilim rug is a...
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Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Ricci Tribal Flatweave Runner Rug
Located in New York, NY
NASIRI is ushering in a new era of flatweave rugs, ones marked by texture and dimension, providing a luxurious look never before seen in other flatweaves. We are continuously expand...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

19thc Senneh Kilim Handwoven Flat Weave Carpet
Located in Savannah, GA
Senneh Kilim rugs are prized for their intricate compositions, exceptional weaves and fine craftsmanship. This particular one has all the bells and whistles, as well as a lovely colo...
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1890s Central Asian Antique Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Brown and Orange Vintage Kilim Handmade Flatweave Striped Pattern Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Handmade wool kilim rug with a brown color field and orange striped accent. Features an all-over ivory design. This rug measures 3'6" x 13'1". Our rugs are professionally cleaned b...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Moroccan Style Rug in Burgundy with Blue Geometric Patterns
Located in Long Island City, NY
Made with hand-knotted wool, this 8x10 contemporary rug by Rug & Kilim is an exciting, modern reimagining of Moroccan rugs, and enjoys both patterns and weaving techniques inspired b...
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2010s Pakistani Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Large Uzbek Afghan Kilim 'DK-101-61'
Located in New York, NY
A large, brightly colored tribal kilim from Northern Afghanistan - a very high quality example.
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Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

660 - Antique Fine Senneh Kilim, 19th Century
Located in Paris, FR
660 - beautiful late 19th century Kilim Senneh with decorative design and pretty natural colors with blue, green, gray, red, pink, completely handwoven with wool on cotton foundation.
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1880s South Asian Antique Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Afghan Maimana Kilim Rug, Tribal Enchantment Meets Southwest Style
Located in Dallas, TX
78008 Vintage Afghan Maimana Kilim Rug, 08'07 x 13'07. Experience the essence of Southwest style and contemporary Santa Fe design in this hand-woven wool...
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Late 20th Century Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Textural Cream and Black Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 9x12 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Textural Cream and Black Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x10 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Textural Gray and Cream Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 10x14 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary ho...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Kilim with Textural Black and Cream White Stripes
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x10 contemporary Kilim is from an exciting new custom-capable flatweave collection by Rug & Kilim. On the Design: “Rez Kilim” represents a contemporary hom...
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2010s Afghan Kilim Central Asian Rugs

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Wool

Kilim central asian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Kilim central asian rugs 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 central asian rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, more furniture and collectibles, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Kilim central asian rugs made in a specific country, there are Asia, Central Asia, and Afghanistan pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original central asian rugs, popular names associated with this style include Rug & Kilim, Keivan Woven Arts, Mehraban Rugs, and Nasiri. 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 central asian rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $165 and tops out at $19,999 while the average work can sell for $3,879.

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