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Semi-Antique Obruk Cicim


Dark red, embroidered with white, yellow, light blue, red, pink and a range of other colors, the whole presenting a pleasant harmony, metal threads have also been used, to add value and lustre to the kilim

 

This is a brocaded flatweave kilim from Obruk / Konya region with two panels sewn together with long carmine red fringe and all borders in perfect condition. The quality of the wool, the motifs and the colors are very typical. These kinds of textiles were used as blankets, niche coverings or room/tent decoration. It could be used on the floor in a place where it will not get too much wear and tear, for example as bedside rug.

 

PRICE: CHF 1150.-

COUNTRY: Turkey, Konya

DATE OF PRODUCTION: Early to mid 20th century

MATERIALS: Hand-woven flatweave, wool and cotton

CONDITION: Good, very well preserved

WIDTH: 131 cm

LENGTH: 320 cm

REFERENCE NUMBER: 21-06