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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$3,920Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Turkish Striped Kilim Rug with Modern Rustic Cabin Style
Located in Dallas, TX
60795 Vintage Turkish Jajim Striped Kilim Rug with Modern Rustic Cabin Style 09'10 x 12'05. With its rustic sensibility and rugged beauty, this hand-woven wool vintage Turkish stripe...
Wool, Cotton
Custom Made Modern Ottoman with Vintage Turkish Anatolian Kilim Cover & Oak Wood
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made an oak wood ottoman 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 ...
Wool, Oak
Floor Cushion Made from an Antique Avar Kilim from Dagestan , Early 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
Dagestan, land of mountains, is situated in North Caucasus is famous for their fine rugs and kilims as well as embroideries. This very cuhion is made from one. It does not come with ...
Wool
$120Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4396
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...
Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Antique Striped Wool Jajim / kilim Pillow, Caucasus
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an insert. Hand Woven Vintage fabric in the back. Zipper Closure. Dry Cleaning recommended.
Wool
$906Sale Price|50% Off
7.3x10.2 ft Vintage Multicolor Kilim, Handwoven Turkish Rag Rug, Adjustable Size
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add warmth, texture, and history to your home with this Striped Rag Rug – a colorful, handwoven Turkish Kilim made from 100% natural cotton. These authentic flat-weave rugs were orig...
Cotton
$160Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover Rectangular Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4121
Located in Tokyo, JP
Crafted from carefully selected sections of exceptional old and antique kilims, these cushion covers are created from textiles whose remaining areas could no longer be preserved or r...
Natural Fiber, Organic Material
LOVELY BROWN LEATHER CHESTERFIELD TUFTED KILIM UPHOLSTERED LiBRARY ARMCHAIR
By Chesterfield
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning, hand dyed brown leather mixed with Kilim upholstery, Library armchair with Chesterfield tufte...
Leather, Upholstery
$901Sale Price|30% Off
27x47 in Antique American Indian Navajo Ganado Flatweave Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
An antique American Indian Navajo Ganado kilim rug Each knot of this handwoven masterpiece tells a story of tradition, culture, and community, passed down through generations. Made ...
Wool
Flat-Weave Kilim Vintage Rug Turkey with Horizontal Stripes in Ivory & Brown
Located in Atlanta, GA
Flat-Weave Kilim Vintage Rug Turkey with Horizontal Stripes in Ivory & Brown. Keivan Woven Arts / rug EN-13711, country of origin / type: Turkey / Kilim, circa 1950 Measures: 4'10 x...
Wool
Pillowcase Made from an Antique Anatolian Cicim Kilim, 19th C.
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
It does not come with an Insert. Linen in the back. Zipper Closure. Dry Cleaning Recommended.
Wool
Pillowcase Made from Antique Kilim Fragment and Contemporary Hemp Fabric
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pillowcase Made from Antique Kilim Fragment and Contemporary Hemp Fabric It does not come with an Insert. The same hemp fabric in the back. Zipper Closure. Dry Cleaning Recommende...
Wool, Hemp
$498Sale Price|46% Off
2.6x17 Ft Adjustable - Extra Long & Narrow Vintage Handmade Runner Kilim Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A simple yet beautiful wool flat-weave rug handwoven by the nomadic tribes in South Central Turkey. Very good, sturdy and clean. We can supply a suitable rug-pad if requested for ex...
Goat Hair, Cotton
$7,520Sale Price|20% Off
Rug & Kilim’s Contemporary Textural Kilim in Teal and Beige Striae
By Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool, this 8x13 contemporary Kilim is from Rug & Kilim’s modern Rez flatweave collection. This piece reflects a sophisticated balance of texture, durability, and min...
Wool
Contemporary Neutral Anatolian Kilim
Located in Istanbul, TR
This kilim is woven with undyed wool yarns in narrow stripes and then hand stitched . It has a soft handle.
Wool
Pillowcase Made from Antique Kilim Fragment and Contemporary Hemp Fabric
By Seref Ozen
Located in Istanbul, TR
Pillowcase Made from Antique Kilim Fragment and Contemporary Hemp Fabric It does not come with an Insert. The same hemp fabric in the back. Zipper Closure. Dry Cleaning Recommended.
Wool, Hemp
$376Sale Price|20% Off
Semi Old Vintage Handwoven Wool Mut Kilim Central Anatolian Rug Turkish Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a South Anatolian Vintage / Semi-old Handwoven Kilim from the town of Mut in Mersin Province, located in the Mediterranean region of Anatolia, Turkey. These kilims are renown...
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber
$138Sale Price|40% Off
16"x24" SET OF 2 - Hand-Woven Kilim Cushion Covers. A pair of Lace Pillow Covers
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Bring history and warmth into your home with this vintage handmade Turkish wool cushion cover set. This pair of cushion covers is carefully crafted from authentic hand-knotted Turkis...
Wool, Cotton
$160Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4368
Located in Tokyo, JP
This beautifully handcrafted cushion cover is made from a vintage Anatolian kilim—once part of a traditional yastik, or small decorative rug used in Turkish homes. Woven in the mid-2...
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Large Anatolian Un-dyed Wool Kilim Rug, mid 20th C.
Located in Istanbul, TR
These kilims from Konya region of Eastern Turkey are flat-woven rugs made from high-quality sheep's wool in Kars region of Turkey. These Un-dyed wool kilims feature mostly plain str...
Wool
$681Sale Price|50% Off
6.3x9 ft Adjustable Vintage Kilim Carpet, Handwoven Turkish Cotton Rag Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add warmth, texture, and history to your home with this Striped Rag Rug – a colorful, handwoven Turkish Kilim made from 100% natural cotton. These authentic flat-weave rugs were orig...
Cotton
$77Sale Price|40% Off
12"x33" Kilim Lumbar Pillow Cover. Turkish Throw Pillow. Flatweave Cushion Cover
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add a touch of history and warmth to your space with this vintage handmade Turkish wool kilim cushion cover. Crafted from authentic hand-knotted Turkish kilims, each piece is one-of-...
Wool, Cotton
$62Sale Price|40% Off
16"x24" Hand-Woven Kilim Cushion Cover. Traditional Accent Pillow. Pillowcase
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add a touch of history and warmth to your space with this vintage handmade Turkish wool kilim cushion cover. Crafted from authentic hand-knotted Turkish kilims, each piece is one-of-...
Wool, Cotton
$2,560Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Frazada Kilim in Pink and Black Geometric Striped Pattern - Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Handwoven in wool circa 1950–1960, this 5x6 vintage Kilim, woven in the tradition of a Frazada textile, is a subtle yet compelling example of mid-century flatweave craftsmanship. A d...
Wool
Antique Malatya Kilim Heybe Rug Wool Vintage Eastern Anatolian Turkish Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is an Eastern Anatolian Antique Heibe / Heybe Kilim from the Malatya region with metallic threads and a rare, beautiful color composition. This highly collectible antique kilim...
Wool, Natural Fiber
$3,360Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Caucasian Kuba Super Fine Kilim Caucasus Old Rug Quba Traditional Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a large, Caucasian Old Kilim from the Kuba region with a red background and beautiful color composition. This Kilim is from Kuba, a city in Azerbaijan in the Caucasus regi...
Wool, Natural Fiber
$544Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Old Bergama Kilim Cuval Rug Chuval Mat Anatolian Turkish Yastik Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a Western Anatolian Vintage Chuval Kilim from the Bergama ( Pergamon ) region with wool threads and a rare, beautiful color composition. This highly collectible old cuval ki...
Wool, Natural Fiber
Zabihi Collection Jajim Turkish Long Narrow Vintage Runner
Located in New York, NY
A rare long and narrow jajim technique kilim Runner from the middle of the 20th century Details rug no. 31273 size 1' 10" x 15' 10" (56 x 483 cm) With the Jijim weaving technique, d...
Wool
$144Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4243
Located in Tokyo, JP
This beautifully handcrafted cushion cover is made from a vintage Anatolian kilim—once part of a traditional yastik, or small decorative rug used in Turkish homes. Woven in the mid-2...
Natural Fiber, Organic Material, Wool, Cotton
$104Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4033
Located in Tokyo, JP
This beautifully handcrafted cushion cover is made from a vintage Anatolian kilim—once part of a traditional yastik, or small decorative rug used in Turkish homes. Woven in the mid-2...
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
$839Sale Price / item|30% Off
Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 8x10 Mustard Indian Shooting Star Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Mustard And White Indian Shooting Star Rug - 8'x10' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special...
Cotton
$172Sale Price|25% Off
2'10"x4'8" Colorful, Organic Wool Hand Woven, Afghan Kilim Oriental Rug
Located in Carlstadt, NJ
This is a truly genuine one-of-a-kind Colorful, Natural Dyes Flat Weave, Organic Wool Hand Woven, Afghan Kilim with Geometric Design Reversible, Oriental Rug. It has been Woven for m...
Wool
pretty vintage gabbeh style Kilim
Located in Saint Ouen, FR
Beautiful vintage Indian Kilim with the design of gabbeh rugs and nice colours with a green field, blue, yellow, red, pink and white, entirely handwoven with wool on cotton foundatio...
Wool, Cotton
$9,600Sale Price|20% Off
Antique Konya Karapinar Kilim Central Anatolian Rug Vintage Wool Turkish Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is Central Anatolian Antique Kilim from the Karapinar region near Konya with a rare and beautiful color composition. This highly collectible antique kilim has a wonderful spec...
Wool, Natural Fiber
$7,960Sale Price|20% Off
Large Modern Cotton Rag Kilim (DK-119-35)
Located in New York, NY
A large modern kilim woven with upcycled cotton rag with a design inspired by antique Anatolian kilim. Custom orders are available. Please inquire.
Cotton
$544Sale Price|20% Off
Mut Handwoven Kilim Rug • Navajo-Style Tribal Flatweave, 3'x5', Turkey, 1970s
Located in Burlingame, CA
Handwoven in the Mut region of southern Turkey, this mid-century kilim features a bold Navajo-inspired geometric layout with stacked diamond medallions and stepped motifs. The design...
Wool, Natural Fiber
$2,000Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Turkish Western Anatolian Tulu Carpet, Shaggy Kilim Wool Long Hair Rug
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a Vintage Tulu Carpet from Central Anatolia, the Konya region with shaggy wool long hair, good condition, and beautiful color composition. Central Anatolian Tulu rugs, als...
Wool, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
$394Sale Price|40% Off
4x5.5 Ft Colorful Hand-Woven Anatolian Kilim, Flat-Weave Vintage 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...
Wool
$1,064Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage Handwoven Wool Mut Kilim Southern Anatolian Rug Turkish Runner Carpet
Located in Tokyo, JP
This is a South Anatolian Vintage / Semi-old Handwoven Runner Kilim from the town of Mut in Mersin Province, located in the Mediterranean region of Anatolia, Turkey. These kilims are...
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber
$629Sale Price|30% Off
Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 5x8 Sky Blue, Cream Star Dash Indian Durrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Cream, Sky Blue And Sage Green, Tan Star Dash Striped Star Rug - 5'x8' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn....
Cotton
$1,504Sale Price|20% Off
1950s Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug in Multicolor Stripes, Square Rug by Rug & Kilim
Located in Long Island City, NY
Originating from Turkey circa 1950-1960, a vintage kilim rug style now entering our classic flat weave selections. Characterized by fine detailing, the piece revels comfortably in warm brown, gold, green & red marking a less-common square flat weave...
Wool
828 - Beautiful Vintage Kilim Floral Design Transylvania
Located in Paris, FR
828 - very nice Kilim from the middle of the 20th century with a nice pattern and beautiful colors with red, blue, yellow, and green, entirely handwoven with wool on cotton.
Wool
$72Sale Price|30% Off
14"x24" Vintage Kilim Cushion Cover. Hand-Woven Hemp Lumbar Pillow Cover
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add a touch of history and warmth to your space with this vintage handmade Turkish hemp kilim cushion cover. Crafted from authentic hand-knotted Turkish kilims, each piece is one-of-...
Wool, Cotton, Hemp
$962Sale Price|30% Off
Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 9x12 Mustard Indian Shooting Star Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Mustard And White Indian Shooting Star Rug - 9'x12' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special...
Cotton
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4232
Located in Tokyo, JP
This beautifully handcrafted cushion cover is made from a vintage Anatolian kilim—once part of a traditional yastik, or small decorative rug used in Turkish homes. Woven in the mid-2...
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4509
Located in Tokyo, JP
This beautifully handcrafted cushion cover is made from a vintage Anatolian kilim—once part of a traditional yastik, or small decorative rug used in Turkish homes. Woven in the mid-2...
Wool, Cotton, Natural Fiber, Organic Material
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow KC3414
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...
Natural Fiber, Organic Material
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.
Wool
Canakkale Brick Red Turkish Kilim • Handmade Vintage Flatweave Rug (5′×7′)
Located in Burlingame, CA
Brick Red Vintage Turkish Kilim Rug • Handmade Wool Carpet • 5x7 Flatweave Rug for Living Room, Bedroom, Dining, Kitchen & Study ✔ This rug immediately brings a sense of warmth and...
Wool
21st Century Modern Kilim
Located in Paradise Valley, AZ
Bold, flatwoven, and effortlessly stylish, this modern kilim rug brings a fresh perspective to a time-honored weaving tradition. Handcrafted using 100% wool, the rug features a low-p...
Wool
Madder Red Tribal Stripe Turkish Kilim • Handmade Vintage Flatweave Rug (6×9)
Located in Burlingame, CA
Earthy Tribal Stripe Vintage Turkish Kilim • Handmade Wool Carpet • 6x9 Flatweave Area Rug for Living Room, Bedroom, Dining, Kitchen & Study ✔ This vintage Anatolian kilim carries ...
Wool, Cotton
Custom Made Modern Ottoman with Vintage Turkish Anatolian Kilim Cover & Oak Wood
Located in Tokyo, JP
We made an oak wood ottoman 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 ...
Wool, Oak
$5,970Sale Price|40% Off
Large Modern Cotton Rag Kilim (DK-119-33)
Located in New York, NY
A large modern kilim woven with upcycled cotton rag. Custom order options available.
Cotton
$120Sale Price|20% Off
Vintage & Old Kilim Cushion Cover, Anatolian Yastik Turkish Modern Pillow 4433
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...
Natural Fiber, Organic Material
$62Sale Price|40% Off
16"x24" Vintage Kilim Cushion Cover. Turkish Accent Pillow. Throw Pillow Cover
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add a touch of history and warmth to your space with this vintage handmade Turkish wool kilim cushion cover. Crafted from authentic hand-knotted Turkish kilims, each piece is one-of-...
Wool, Cotton
Ivory Mut Kilim • Navajo-Style Tribal Turkish Flatweave Rug (3x6) • 1970s
Located in Burlingame, CA
Handwoven in the Mut region of southern Turkey, this mid-century kilim features a bold, totem-like chain of hooked medallions—an eye-catching design often compared to Navajo weaving ...
Wool, Natural Fiber
$62Sale Price|40% Off
24"x24" Handmade Kilim Cushion Cover. Vintage Accent Pillow. Rustic Throw Pillow
Located in Spring Valley, NY
Add a touch of history and warmth to your space with this vintage handmade Turkish wool kilim cushion cover. Crafted from authentic hand-knotted Turkish kilims, each piece is one-of-...
Wool, Cotton
$739Sale Price|40% Off
Hand-Woven Vintage Anatolian Kilim "Flat-Weave" Made of Un-Dyed Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
This beautiful and simple flat-woven rug is made of wool. It is woven by villagers in Central Anatolia circa late-20th century for domestic use. Reversible; both sides can be used....
Wool
$1,575Sale Price|50% Off
9.2x15 Ft Vintage Hand-Woven Turkish Large Kilim, Striped Flat-Weave Rug
Located in Spring Valley, NY
These authentic flat-weaves (Kilims) from Eastern Turkey were handwoven by Nomads around 1970s to be used as floor coverings in their tents. They were made to use for everyday life r...
Goat Hair, Cotton
$599Sale Price|40% Off
4x9.3 ft Handwoven 1970s Turkish Kilim Runner, Colorful Flat-Weave Rug, All Wool
Located in Spring Valley, NY
A vintage flat-woven runner rug, handmade from natural wool in mellowed tones of red, yellow, light blue and light green colors with a striped design. The rug is reversible; both s...
Wool