Antique Kilim Runner, 85 × 345 cm / 2.8 x 11 ft Rug, Handmade Wool Half Kilim

A remarkable antique handmade wool kilim featuring a long, narrow format and a richly detailed geometric composition. Measuring 85 × 345 cm (2.8 × 11 ft), this approximately 120-year-old textile is especially interesting because it represents one half of an originally larger kilim.

The field is densely decorated with repeating geometric medallion-like forms arranged in horizontal rows. Deep reds, burgundy, black, brown, muted green, blue, ivory, and warm ochre details create a richly layered surface, while the contrasting upper border introduces bold angular motifs against a lighter ground.

Despite its narrow proportions, the textile contains an impressive amount of decorative detail, giving it a strong visual presence as a runner, wall textile, or collectible antique weaving.

About “One Half of a Kilim”

Many traditional large kilims were historically woven in two separate narrow panels, particularly when the available loom was not wide enough to produce the entire finished textile in a single piece.

After weaving, the two long sections would normally be joined together along their length to create one larger kilim.

This piece is one of those original woven halves, preserved as an individual textile rather than remaining joined to its corresponding section.

This construction explains its unusually long and narrow 85 × 345 cm proportions. Rather than being a modern rug intentionally designed as a runner, it originated as part of a substantially wider traditional kilim.

This characteristic gives the piece additional interest because it preserves evidence of an older weaving method and the practical limitations of traditional village looms.

Design Details

The composition features:

• Dense rows of repeating geometric motifs
• Strong diamond and medallion-like forms
• Stylized angular and botanical elements
• Contrasting ivory border sections
• Rich traditional red-dominant palette
• Long, narrow original panel construction
• Authentic handmade flatweave texture
• Naturally developed antique patina

The dense repetition creates visual rhythm across the full length of the textile, making it particularly effective when displayed in a long hallway or vertically as textile wall art.

Details

• Size: 85 × 345 cm
• Size in Feet: 2.8 × 11 ft
• Material: Wool
• Age: Approximately 120 years old
• Period: Antique
• Technique: Handmade / Flatwoven
• Type: Antique Kilim Panel / Runner
• Construction: One half of an originally larger two-panel kilim
• Design: Repeating geometric composition
• Colors: Red, burgundy, black, brown, ivory, muted green, blue and ochre
• Condition: Antique condition with natural signs of age and handmade character

At approximately 120 years old, natural variations in weave, shape, coloration, and surface are expected and form part of its authentic antique character. Subtle tonal changes and abrash reflect the handmade weaving process and age of the wool.

Its long 85 × 345 cm format makes it suitable for a hallway, narrow corridor, entryway, bedside placement, gallery space, wall hanging, or textile collection.

The kilim will be carefully washed and ironed before shipping, so it arrives clean and ready to use or display.