{"product_id":"antique-kilim-runner-85-345-cm-2-8-x-11-ft-rug-handmade-wool-half-kilim","title":"Antique Kilim Runner, 85 × 345 cm \/ 2.8 x 11 ft Rug, Handmade Wool Half Kilim","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eA remarkable \u003cstrong\u003eantique handmade wool kilim\u003c\/strong\u003e featuring a long, narrow format and a richly detailed geometric composition. Measuring \u003cstrong\u003e85 × 345 cm (2.8 × 11 ft)\u003c\/strong\u003e, this approximately \u003cstrong\u003e120-year-old\u003c\/strong\u003e textile is especially interesting because it represents \u003cstrong\u003eone half of an originally larger kilim\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDespite 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAbout “One Half of a Kilim”\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMany traditional large kilims were historically woven in \u003cstrong\u003etwo separate narrow panels\u003c\/strong\u003e, particularly when the available loom was not wide enough to produce the entire finished textile in a single piece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter weaving, the two long sections would normally be \u003cstrong\u003ejoined together along their length\u003c\/strong\u003e to create one larger kilim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis piece is \u003cstrong\u003eone of those original woven halves\u003c\/strong\u003e, preserved as an individual textile rather than remaining joined to its corresponding section.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis construction explains its unusually long and narrow \u003cstrong\u003e85 × 345 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e proportions. Rather than being a modern rug intentionally designed as a runner, it originated as part of a substantially wider traditional kilim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis characteristic gives the piece additional interest because it preserves evidence of an older weaving method and the practical limitations of traditional village looms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesign Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe composition features:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDense rows of repeating geometric motifs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStrong diamond and medallion-like forms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStylized angular and botanical elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eContrasting ivory border sections\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRich traditional red-dominant palette\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong, narrow original panel construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuthentic handmade flatweave texture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally developed antique patina\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDetails\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e 85 × 345 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSize in Feet:\u003c\/strong\u003e 2.8 × 11 ft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAge:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 120 years old\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeriod:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade \/ Flatwoven\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique Kilim Panel \/ Runner\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConstruction:\u003c\/strong\u003e One half of an originally larger two-panel kilim\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDesign:\u003c\/strong\u003e Repeating geometric composition\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eColors:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red, burgundy, black, brown, ivory, muted green, blue and ochre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Antique condition with natural signs of age and handmade character\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong\u003e120 years old\u003c\/strong\u003e, natural variations in weave, shape, coloration, and surface are expected and form part of its authentic antique character. Subtle tonal changes and \u003cstrong\u003eabrash\u003c\/strong\u003e reflect the handmade weaving process and age of the wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts long \u003cstrong\u003e85 × 345 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e format makes it suitable for a \u003cstrong\u003ehallway, narrow corridor, entryway, bedside placement, gallery space, wall hanging, or textile collection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe kilim will be \u003cstrong\u003ecarefully washed and ironed before shipping\u003c\/strong\u003e, so it arrives clean and ready to use or display.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Karavan Rug","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46002359468211,"sku":"OLD-39","price":849.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0759\/3807\/0707\/files\/Untitled-1copy_749c4569-cc0a-4018-976e-9b59dc9e9616.jpg?v=1789131421","url":"https:\/\/karavanrug.com\/products\/antique-kilim-runner-85-345-cm-2-8-x-11-ft-rug-handmade-wool-half-kilim","provider":"KaravanRug","version":"1.0","type":"link"}