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Vintage Old Malatya Cecim Jijim Kilim Eastern Anatolia Turkish Carpet Cicim Rug

$870
£664.24
€767.52
CA$1,221.32
A$1,361.28
CHF 714.22
MX$16,623.49
NOK 9,043.56
SEK 8,547.54
DKK 5,728.37

About the Item

This is an old kilim from Malatya, one of the major kilim-producing regions in Eastern Anatolia. Known for both the quality and quantity of its weavings, Malatya offers a rich variety of kilim styles. This particular piece stands out for its uniquely expressive use of color. Although the tones are generally deep and subdued, they somehow radiate a vibrant, unexpected sense of colorfulness. The flatwoven base is composed of horizontal stripes in purple and brown, blue and brown, and moss green and brown. These are interspersed with decorative bands featuring ochre and red, and sections of cicim (supplementary weft brocade) that resemble a row of medallions. While each color is relatively muted, the way they are combined and placed next to one another creates a surprisingly bold and colorful impression. For example, you can spot faint red weft threads woven at the edges of the brown stripes, creating a striking contrast against adjacent purples, blues, and greens. The ochre bands—yellowish in tone—might harmonize near the moss green but are deliberately placed beside contrasting purples and blues. The wide cicim motifs incorporate vivid hues of red, blue, yellow, and white, standing out clearly on their own. The weaver’s sense of color harmony is truly impressive. Though the color scheme might seem mismatched at first glance, the overall balance is remarkably well composed, resulting in a kilim full of distinctive charm and visual intrigue.
  • Dimensions:
    Width: 57.09 in (145 cm)Length: 64.18 in (163 cm)
  • Style:
    Kilim (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
    Natural Fiber,Wool,Hand-Knotted,Hand-Woven
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1960s
  • Condition:
    Wear consistent with age and use. Minor fading.
  • Seller Location:
    Tokyo, JP
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: 236401stDibs: LU8206246008642

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