90 Year Old Kars Kilim

Spectacular 90-year-old antique kilim, a singular treasure handwoven in the storied Kars region of Turkey, nestled near the Armenian border. Crafted from wool on wool and madder dyed, this textile radiates a legacy of love, artistry, and cultural symbolism. Once part of a dowry offered with heartfelt wishes for prosperity and harmony in marriage. This stunning kilim carries generations of soulfulness in every thread. Its striking, maximalist palette feels both ancient and avant-garde: faded aubergine, muted abrashed lilac, fiery pumpkin and tangerine, bold black, seafoam green, off-white, bubblegum pink, earthy oatmeal, and rich grape. The colours have remained bold despite time. They are expressive and unapologetically lush; creating a visual rhythm that is both sophisticated and joyously unrestrained. The intricate patterns pulse with ancient symbolism, each motif carrying significance in an ongoing story. Decadent in detail and fearless in colour, this kilim is a feast for the senses; an aesthetic anchor that can elevate a minimalist interior with its bold contrast, or deepen the narrative of a bohemian space with its layered, lived-in richness. A true one-of-a-kind artifact, it is not just a textile, but a tapestry of emotion, history, and hope: still whispering its blessings nearly a century later.

Colour palette: faded aubergine, pumpkin orange, tangerine, black, off white, oatmeal, mint green, abrashed muted lilac and bubblegum pink.

This antique rug is in well preserved condition although there is a half inch hole off center halfway down the rug. It is hardly noticeable in the sea of colour and pattern. Ombre cream tone brown fringe is in superb condition.

This item is located in Asheville, North Carolina and will be shipped via USPS. Allow for 5-7 days for arrival.