Kilim- and Nomadic Rugs

Kilims to purchase:
Find in our catalogue a kilim which fits in your interior design

from 399 €

Kilims and tribal rugs are fascinating works of art by cultures of Anatolia. The technique of how they are woven or knotted, and the patterns and symbols, offers intriguing insight to understanding their nomadic culture. Kilims and carpets have intense colours and attractive features that make unique interior-design items. Use the website menu to discover more information about kilims and oriental rugs. There are also a various range of beautiful kilim books and helpful buyers guides.

WHAT IS A KILIM?

A kilim (also: kelim in other languages) is a woven rug (flatweave) that is traditionally hand made in Anatolia, the Caucasus, the Middle East and North Africa. A particulary characteristic is that the surface of a kelim rug is identical on both sides. It differes from a so called Cicim or Soumak, also flatweaves, but are classified as a differnt category of the orient carpets. The main weaving is the same as you can find on a kelim. But on those there are additional ornaments between the slits or embroided on the surface. These rugs only have one side. See more in "About kilim and Nomadic Rugs" section or choose our web catalogue to view rugs on sale.

KILIM ART BOOKS AND BUYERS-GUIDES

Browse the literature about oriental rugs we recommend on this website. There are a number of kelim Art Books in English and other languages available. For the ones who attempt to buy a kelim there are several buyers guides that offer a lot of help making descisions. A good book for beginners in this field is Alastair Hull's "Kilim - The Complete Guide".

WINE DÉCOR "KILIM VinoDessin"

There a available studios that design kelim accessories that are offered to re-sellers. The wine d écor "kilim VinoDessin" is especially made to wine merchants for offering a unique accessory to their customers. It's a nice way to present wine bottles on display, in exhibitions or at wine tastings. The wine appears culturally influenced and natural. Special prices are available on request.

KILIM PILLOWS

The idea of decorate rooms with kelim cushions is very old but still enormously decorative. Enchant your rooms and private surrounding with oriental flair. In our catalogue you find a various number of kilim cushions to order.

KILIM CATALOGUE

The catalogue shows a large number of unique kelim rugs. They are all remarkable and beautiful examples of nomadic and traditional rugs, that are handmade and individual. Each tribal rug has different characteristics of age, condition and region, chosen to be exceptional and interesting.

MODERN KILIM-PATCHWORK

Originating in the Anatolian mountain villages with the Nomadic tribes, these wonderful, historic kelim works have been newly stiched in the finest Patchwork. The pieces are from old hand-woven tent hangings, saddlebags and carpets. If you are searching for something exceptional for your floor, you will find a stylish, modern arrangement with deep and traditional roots in Anatolian culture.

MOLDOVA KILIM

The region from which the Moldova Kilim originates consists of wide fields and valleys. The landscape is one of sugar beet, sunflowers, a variety of wine and folklore. The designs from this area are mostly woven on a dark background and decorated with floral motives. A kelim of this sort evokes the spirit of the country-home atmosphere. Discovered for hand made interior only since the last years, the so-called "Rose-Kilim", or "Moldova-" or "Moldavian Kilim" got very popular in vintage design.

ORIENTTEPPICH PATCHWORK "HALI"

"Hali" is the Turkish word for a pile carpet. In this series, fragments that are up to 100 years old were selected by hand and artfully put together. Attention is paid to the harmonic play of colour and powerful expression of individual symbols without taking from their old charm. Delightful works are created that combine an ancient mosaic technique with a touch of traditional Anatolian knotting.

EXHIBITIONS AND INSTITUTES

See the link for a list of international rug-orientated institutes, museums and exhibitions on oriental carpets, kilims, tribal and turkish rugs, and other textiles. Most of the sites are presented in english language, a few are provided in german. Event-organisers are welcome to submit programme descriptions and venues which will be gladly published.

This is the up-to date kilim catalogue with tribal rugs. It is concentrated on the Middle-East and furthermore on carpets from Anatolia. ”Istek” (Turkish: Desire) stems from curiosity and fascination with art and culture. With a love for authenticity and an eye for detail, a constantly updated collection of kilim and knotted Nomadic Rugs of all ages and price ranges are available. Customers are both individual decorators, and lovers of handmade, ethnographical art. Consideration is made towards visitors enjoying the website. Please mail suggestions, encouragement or any critiques. Stay in touch on Twitter or become a fan on the Facebook page.

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