Kilim Turkish 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.
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Style: Kilim
Antique Erzurum Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Antique Erzurum Kilim rug. A highly unusual antique Kilim rug from a region in Eastern Turkey that is famous for its finely woven Kilims. This is a rathe...
Category
Late 19th Century Turkish Antique Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
7x10 Ft Vintage Jajim Kilim, Diamond Design Jijim Rug, Handmade Bohemian Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This attractive flat-weave rug is handwoven in fine local wool to create a sturdy floor covering. This type of Kilims (woven in the intricate "Jijim" brocading technique) were produc...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Flatweave Modern Kilim Wool Rug in Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
This contemporary Turkish kilim rug showcases a rich brown hue as its main color base, complimented by an intricate and vibrant dotted design that extends across its entirety, creati...
Category
2010s Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
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...
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Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
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 Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
2.2x15 Ft FlatWeave Narrow & Long Runner Kilim, Handmade Striped Rug for Hallway
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Embark on a journey through Turkish tradition with this exquisite vintage handwoven Turkish wool kilim rug, a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of Anatolian artisans. Woven wit...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
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 Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
5x8.8 Ft Vintage Striped Cotton Kilim. Flatweave Rag Rug. Lovely Turkish Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
These authentic flat-weaves (Kilims) from Central Turkey were handwoven by Nomads to be used as floor coverings in their tents and winter homes. They were made to use for everyday li...
Category
1970s Turkish Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Cotton
Vintage Turkish Jijim Kilim, Floral Pattern Hand-Woven Rug, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This attractive flat-weave rug is handwoven in fine local wool to create a sturdy floor covering. This type of Kilims (woven in the intricate "Jijim" brocading technique) were produc...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Circa 1940 Soft Terracotta Turkish Kars Kilim Rug Runner 4'1 X 11'8
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Circa 1940 Soft Terracotta Turkish Kars Kilim Rug Runner 4'1 X 11'8. This vintage Turkish flat weave Kilim was hand-woven in the 1940's. The simplicity and boldness of this p...
Category
20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
3.5x12.7 Ft Antique Anatolian Karapinar Fragment Kilim, 18th Century
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Embark on a journey through time and tradition with this exquisite Antique Anatolian Karapinar fragment distressed kilim, a rare artifact dating back ...
Category
18th Century Turkish Antique Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Circa 1940 Tan Turkish Kilim Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
5'9 X 9'6. This vintage Turkish flat weave Kilim is hand-woven. The simplicity and boldness of this piece can also give a contemporary feel and is able to look at home in both a mode...
Category
20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
5.4x10.8 Ft Colorful Vintage Hand-Woven Turkish Kilim, Flat-Weave Rug, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This authentic hand-woven rug made to be used by the villagers in Central Anatolia. 100% organic wool. Good condition and cleaned professionally.
Ideal for both residential and comme...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Sharkisla Kilim Wide Runner Rug
Located in New York, NY
Sharkisla Kilim wide runner rug. Rare and useful size for this type of runner rug. Rug with excellent quality and condition.
Category
1930s Turkish Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Extra Long Vintage Ivory Turkish Wool Hand Knotted Kilim Runner
Located in New York, NY
2'3 x 26'3. An extra-long Turkish hand-woven runner.
Category
20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
4x12 Ft Vintage Handmade Kilim Runner in Yellow, Black, Red, Blue & Gray Stripes
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This simple and practical flat-woven runner is made of hand-spun wool. Measures: 4 x 11.9 ft.
Washed professionally.
Ideal for both residential and commercial interiors and high traf...
Category
20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
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 Turkish Rugs
Materials
Angora
Striped Cover Rug
Located in New York, NY
Striped cover rug. A lovely old flat-weave rug from Western Turkey, woven in panels on a narrow loom. It can be used as a floor cover or rug in a low traffic...
Category
1970s Turkish Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
New Turkish Kilim Geometric High Low Rug with Raised Design
Located in Dallas, TX
53783 new Turkish Kilim geometric high low rug 10'02 x 13'10. Full of tiny details and a bold compartmental design combined with vibrant co...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age: Circa 1960
Colors: brown, tomato, yellow, blue, olive
Pile: flatweave
Wear Notes: 0
Material: Hemp, cotton, wool
Wear Guide:
Vintage and antique rugs are by nat...
Category
1960s Turkish Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton, Hemp
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 Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age: Circa 1950
Colors: Washed black, Espresso, and bone, with a tiny pop of Terracotta.
Pile: Flatweave
Wear Notes: 2
Material: Hemp, wool.
Traditional hemp Kilim with contra...
Category
1950s Turkish Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Hemp
4.8x9.8 Ft Hand-Woven Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug with Colorful Stripes, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Embark on a journey through Turkish tradition with this exquisite vintage handwoven Turkish wool kilim rug, a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of Anatolian artisans. Woven wit...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Turkish Kilim Runner Rug with Red, Orange and Pink Stripes Pattern
Located in Dallas, TX
Turkish runner rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim flat-weave design fe...
Category
2010s Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Plaid Turkish Kilim Rug
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
Age: 1960
Pile: flatweave
Wear Notes: 0
Material: goat hair, wool
Wear Guide:
Vintage and antique rugs are by nature, pre-loved and may show evidence of their past. There are var...
Category
1960s Turkish Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair
Contemporary Turkish Kilim Rug with Mixed Beige and Brown Geometric Details
Located in Dallas, TX
Contemporary Turkish rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim flat-weave des...
Category
2010s Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Balikesir Jijim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Balikesir Jijim rug. A beautiful old tribal flat-weave rug from Western Turkey, woven in the intricate "jijim" brocading technique, with alternating bands of...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Handwoven Kilim, 6'3 x 11'7
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Turkish handwoven Kilim. This vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim was handwoven in the 1950s. The simplicity and boldness of these pieces can also give a contemporary feel and c...
Category
20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
5.6x7.3 ft Hand-Woven Vintage Anatolian Kilim 'Flat-weave' with Colorful Pomps
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A simple yet beautiful wool rug handwoven by the nomadic tribes in South Central Turkey. Measures: 5.6 x 7.3 ft.
Very good condition, sturdy and clean.
We can modify the dimensions ...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, 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 Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Uzbek Kilim Rug
Located in New York, NY
Uzbek Kilim rug. A striking tribal flat-weave rug from NW Afghanistan with crisp drawing and vibrant colors.
Category
Mid-20th Century Afghan Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug Carpet
Located in New York, NY
5'4 x 9'4. This vintage Turkish flat-weave Kilim was handwoven in the 1950's. The simplicity and boldness of these pieces can also give a contemporary feel and can look at home in bo...
Category
20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
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 Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
8.4x10.3 Ft Vintage Goat Hair & Cotton Kilim Rug in Gray with White Stripes
Located in Spring Valley, NY
These authentic flat-weaves (Kilims) from Eastern Turkey were handwoven by Nomads, circa mid-20th century, to be used as floor coverings in their tents and winter homes. They were ma...
Category
1970s Turkish Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Goat Hair, Cotton
Vintage Kilim Composition
Located in New York, NY
Vintage Kilim Composition composed of Persian panels circa 1940 in 'Deco Fan' design.
Category
1940s Persian Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Central Anatolian "Jijim" Rug
Located in New York, NY
Central Anatolian "Jijim" rug. An old tribal flat-weave rug from central Turkey, woven in the intricate "jijim" brocading technique. The rug was woven in two symmetrical halves, a co...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Turkish Kilim Runner Rug with Pink and Green Tribal Details on Brown Field
Located in Dallas, TX
Turkish runner rug handwoven from the finest sheep’s wool and colored with all-natural vegetable dyes that are safe for humans and pets. It’s a traditional Kilim flat-weave design fe...
Category
2010s Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Circa 1940 Tan Turkish Kilim Flatweave Rug
Located in New York, NY
4'8 X 9'4. This vintage Turkish flat weave Kilim is hand-woven. The simplicity and boldness of this piece can also give a contemporary feel and is able to look at home in both a mode...
Category
20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Vintage Geometric Beige Brown and Pink Wool Runner, Deco Style by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Hand knotted in Turkey originating between 1960-1970, this vintage midcentury wool runner is the latest to join our midcentury Pasha collection, celebrating Turkish icon and multidis...
Category
1960s Turkish Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Kilim with Vertical Bands 'DK-114-50'
Located in New York, NY
A very large tribal flat-weave from Southeastern Turkey, woven with wool and goat hair in multicolored vertical bands. A kilim like this would have been used as a utilitarian, everyd...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Goat Hair
1120, Old Kilim Turkey
Located in Paris, FR
Exceptional old Turkish kilim with very pretty colors.
Category
1950s Turkish Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Contemporary Kilim Rug, Anatolian Carpet (Turkey) by Taylan Aygun
Located in London, GB
Kilim Rug II by Taylan Aygun
Dimensions: 260 x 170 cm
Type: one-of-a-kind
Year: 2024
Conceiving a time where an anthropogenic evolution has mutated our flora and fauna, the artist...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
West Anatolian "Zili" Rug 'DK-104-89'
Located in New York, NY
A lovely example of tribal weaving from Western Turkey, made in the intricate "zili" brocading techique, in a popular design of concentric, multi-colored diamond shapes. Very well pr...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vibrant Vintage Turkish Tribal Kilim Rug with Geometric Shapes 6'5 x 9'0
Located in Atlanta, GA
Measures: 6'5 x 9'0
Keivan Woven Arts / rug/TU-NED-5084, country of origin / type: Turkey / Kilim, circa 1950. Vibrant Vintage Turkish Tribal Kilim Rug with Geometric Shapes.
This ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Manastir Kilim 'DK-114-20'
Located in New York, NY
An old kilim from the Serbia - Bulgaria border regions where weaving large kilims is a centuries-old tradition. This is a very good example in rare large format and in very good stat...
Category
Early 20th Century Balkan Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
5x8 Ft Multicolor Handmade Wool Kilim Rug From Central Anatolia, Turkey, 1970s
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This authentic hand-woven rug made to be used by the villagers in Central Anatolia. 100% organic wool. Good condition and cleaned professionally.
Ideal for both residential and comme...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Antique Camel Field Sarab Runner Rug With Floral Medallions – 16'9" X 3'8"
Located in Los Angeles, US
This elegant antique Sarab runner rug features a rare camel field, beautifully contrasted by a repeating series of geometric floral medallions. The central design is bordered by intr...
Category
Early 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
4x6 Ft Vintage Turkish Kilim Rugs Reimagined. Custom Handmade Patchwork Carpet
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This patchwork rug is handmade from assorted pieces of vintage Turkish Kilims (flat-woven rugs), it is reinforced with a durable cotton twill/underlay stitched on the back for a smooth finish and extra thickness.
The kilims used...
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Cotton
Rug & Kilim's Distressed High-Low Square Kilim, Blue, Red Geometric Pattern
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
A unique 6x7 kilim rug from our flatweave repertoire playing two pieces on top of each other making a statement piece with a flat base with some pile atop blissfully accompanied by d...
Category
2010s Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
4.2x10.5 Ft Vintage Hand-Woven Turkish Striped Kilim, Flat-Weave Rug, 100% Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Embark on a journey through Turkish tradition with this exquisite vintage handwoven Turkish wool kilim rug, a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of Anatolian artisans. Woven wit...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
5.5x11 Ft Hand-Woven Turkish Geometric Colorful Kilim, Flat-Weave Rug, All Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Embark on a journey through Turkish tradition with this exquisite vintage handwoven Turkish wool kilim rug, a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of Anatolian artisans. Woven wit...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
4.7x13.3 Ft Hand-Woven Turkish Hallway Runner Kilim in Beige & Brown, Flat-Weave
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Embark on a journey through Turkish tradition with this exquisite vintage handwoven Turkish wool kilim rug, a testament to the enduring craftsmanship of Anatolian artisans. Woven wit...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
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 Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool, Silk
Vintage Turkish Kilim rug in Red, Brown Blue Geometric Patterns by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating between 1950-1960, a rare 8x11 vintage kilim rug believed to hail from mid-century Anatolia in Turkey.
Handwoven in wool, the tones of red, beige-brown and blue play ha...
Category
1950s Turkish Vintage Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Large Striped Two-Panel Kilim 'DK-117-48'
Located in New York, NY
A matching pair of striped kilims from Central Turkey joined to make a large square floor cover.
Very well preserved, sturdy and clean. Size can be adjusted, the panels can be sep...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Fethiye "Jijim" Rug
Located in New York, NY
Fethiye "Jijim" rug. A beautiful tribal flat-weave from Southwestern Turkey, rug is woven in the intricate "Jijim" brocading technique. The design featuring large squares containing ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Colorful Jajim Flat-Weave, 20th Century
Located in New York, NY
Colorful midcentury Turkish Jajim also known as Jijim.
Measures: 3'7” x 4'11”
With the Jijim weaving technique, different colored threads are applied between the weft and warp ...
Category
Mid-20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Vintage Turkish Jijim Kilim, Unique Hand-Woven Wool Jajim Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This attractive flat-weave rug is handwoven in fine local wool to create a sturdy floor covering. This type of Kilims (woven in the intricate "Jijim" brocading technique) were produc...
Category
Late 20th Century Turkish Kilim Turkish Rugs
Materials
Wool
Kilim turkish rugs for sale on 1stDibs.
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