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Antique Kilim Pillow

Handwoven Wool Pillow

Anatolian Kilim Cushion

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Antique Kilim Cushion

Name: Antique Kilim Cushion
Brand: Antique
SKU: SA1167467
Price: 195 GBP
Availability: InStock

19th century

For Sale by Farnham Antique Carpets

Description

One beautiful hand-crafted antique Kilim cushion, with a soft brown corduroy backing to compliment the stunning ancient colours and this cushion has a soft feather insert. This cushion has been created using an antique Anatolian Aydin kilim from circa 1870, which was beyond restoration. The early dyes of purple aubergines, and saffron yellows are truly wonderful with hints of pale blues. As this a very old piece of kilim it does have some marks on there, due to the kilims age. The curled latch-hook design is fabulous and full of character.

Each piece used for a cushion has been washed, but occasionally old marks are unable to be removed as this kilim is around 155 years old. There are eight cushions in total made from the same kilim - see all the images attached below.

Aydin is a region in the western area of Konya in Anatolia, located near the mediterranean and is famous for its traditional kilim weaving. Aydin kilims were woven in varying designs from prayer kilims to large kilims woven in two halves. A small hook motif derived from the eight-pointed star was used as an infill or border motif. The area today is an agricultural area where weaving has sadly ceased.

Purchase this antique Kilim cushion online and we will deliver it to your home. You are very welcome to visit our barn showroom in Crondall, Surrey to see our entire collection. We are open Monday to Saturday 9.30-5.30pm by appointment.

Physical Dimensions

Height

38cm (14.96")

Width

38cm (14.96")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Declaration

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Kilim Wool Cushion to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Reference

SA1167467

Dealers Internal Reference

11555

Dealers Notes

Farnham Antique Carpets are specialists in antique decorative carpets, rugs and runners. Varying from antique tribal rugs woven in the Caucasus to classical Persian carpets dating from the mid 19th century to the early 20th century.

As members of the BADA - The British Antique Dealers Association and LAPADA - The Association of Art & Antique Dealers we adhere to strict guide lines as affiliated members and pride ourselves on maintaining its high standards. We exhibit at the BADA fair in Chelsea, London every March and the LAPADA Fair in Mayfair, London every September.

Description

One beautiful hand-crafted antique Kilim cushion, with a soft brown corduroy backing to compliment the stunning ancient colours and this cushion has a soft feather insert.

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This cushion has been created using an antique Anatolian Aydin kilim from circa 1870, which was beyond restoration.

Farnham Antique Carpets

The early dyes of purple aubergines, and saffron yellows are truly wonderful with hints of pale blues. As this a very old piece of kilim it does have some marks on there, due to the kilims age. The curled latch-hook design is fabulous and full of character.

fig 1. A square flatwoven kilim cushion featuring geometric diamond motifs in blue, burgundy, cream, and yellow wool threads. — fig 1. Antique Kilim Cushion

Each piece used for a cushion has been washed, but occasionally old marks are unable to be removed as this kilim is around 155 years old. There are eight cushions in total made from the same kilim - see all the images attached below.

fig 2. A square flatwoven kilim cushion featuring geometric diamond motifs in blue, burgundy, cream, and yellow wool threads. — fig 2. Antique Kilim Cushion

Aydin is a region in the western area of Konya in Anatolia, located near the mediterranean and is famous for its traditional kilim weaving. Aydin kilims were woven in varying designs from prayer kilims to large kilims woven in two halves. A small hook motif derived from the eight-pointed star was used as an infill or border motif. The area today is an agricultural area where weaving has sadly ceased.

fig 3. A square flatwoven kilim cushion featuring geometric diamond motifs in blue, burgundy, cream, and yellow wool threads. — fig 3. Antique Kilim Cushion

Purchase this antique Kilim cushion online and we will deliver it to your home. You are very welcome to visit our barn showroom in Crondall, Surrey to see our entire collection. We are open Monday to Saturday 9.30-5.30pm by appointment.

Physical Dimensions

Height

38cm (14.96")

Width

38cm (14.96")

Depth

2cm (0.79")

Date of Manufacture

Farnham Antique Carpets has dated this Antique Kilim Wool Cushion to the 1870s.

Reference Numbers

Sellingantiques Ref

SA1167467

Dealers Internal Ref

11555

About the Dealer

Farnham Antique Carpets

Sellingantiques verified Since Oct 2018

Specialists in antique decorative carpets, rugs and runners.

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Trade Associations

Farnham Antique Carpets is a registered member of LAPADA BADA

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Kilim cushions are crafted using flatwoven tapestry textiles historically produced across Anatolia, the Caucasus, and Central Asia. Traditionally woven by nomadic tribes for floor coverings, saddlebags, and wall hangings, salvaged sections of these flatweaves are repurposed into decorative home soft furnishings.

These cushions feature a flatweave front created using hand-spun sheeps wool on a cotton or wool warp, often incorporating a slit-weave technique to create defined geometric motifs. The reverse is typically finished with a plain heavy cotton or canvas backing and a concealed zip closure.

Authentic pieces exhibit slight irregularities in the hand-spun yarn, subtle variations in thread colour known as abrash, and distinct flat slit-weaving where color changes occur. Unlike machine-made imitations, authentic flatweaves lack a thick pile and display identical geometric patterns on the reverse of the weave.

Designers use Kilim cushions to introduce texture, warmth, and historic character to neutral contemporary seating. They pair effectively with leather armchairs, linen sofas, or layered atop neutral bedding in bohemian and eclectically styled interiors.

Vacuum gently using a suction attachment without a rotating brush bar to avoid loosening wool fibres. Treat spills immediately by blotting with cold water and a clean cloth, and utilise professional dry cleaning services specializing in vintage textiles for thorough maintenance.

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