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Antique Balkan Sharkoy Kilim of Large Size, Superb Design, Circa 1900/20.
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Antique Balkan Sharkoy Kilim of Large Size, Superb Design, Circa 1900/20.

1900 - 1920
Description

Size: 13ft 11in x 9ft 6in (424 x 290cm).

Antique Sharkoy kilim, Western Turkey or the Balkans.

Circa 1900/20.

A really outstanding example of a large size antique Sharkoy kilim with a very well drawn traditional design in a soft overall colour palette.

Sharkoy kilims are also known as Sarkoy or Thracian, they originate from Western Turkey or the region known as European Turkey or The Balkans.

The weave is very tight and fine, the design is typical of the region, note the unusual border design.

Very good condition with slight wear. Suitable for normal domestic use.

Hand washed and ready for use.

Stock Number: R-1638.

Physical Dimensions
Height
424cm (166.93")
Width
290cm (114.17")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Declaration

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Balkan Sharkoy Kilim Rug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
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SA580790
Dealers Internal Reference
R-1638
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Description
Size: 13ft 11in x 9ft 6in (424 x 290cm).

Antique Sharkoy kilim, Western Turkey or the Balkans.

Circa 1900/20.

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A really outstanding example of a large size antique Sharkoy kilim with a very well drawn traditional design in a soft overall colour palette.
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fig 1. A large flatwoven Balkan Sharkoy kilim rug featuring terracotta red and navy blue borders decorated with stylised bird motifs and geometric patterns.
fig 1. Antique Balkan Sharkoy Kilim of Large Size, Superb Design, Circa 1900/20.

Sharkoy kilims are also known as Sarkoy or Thracian, they originate from Western Turkey or the region known as European Turkey or The Balkans.

The weave is very tight and fine, the design is typical of the region, note the unusual border design.

Very good condition with slight wear. Suitable for normal domestic use.

Hand washed and ready for use.

Stock Number: R-1638.

Height
424cm (166.93")
Width
290cm (114.17")
Depth
1cm (0.39")
Date of Manufacture

Cotswold Oriental Rugs has dated this Balkan Sharkoy Kilim Rug to the 1910s.

Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA580790
Dealers Internal Ref
R-1638
Cotswold Oriental Rugs
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Archive I A large flatwoven Balkan Sharkoy kilim rug featuring terracotta red and navy blue borders decorated with stylised bird motifs and geometric patterns.

Antique Balkan Sharkoy Kilim of Large Size, Superb Design, Circa 1900/20.

Archive II A large flatwoven Balkan Sharkoy kilim rug featuring terracotta red and navy blue borders decorated with stylised bird motifs and geometric patterns. View II
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Archive XII A large flatwoven Balkan Sharkoy kilim rug featuring terracotta red and navy blue borders decorated with stylised bird motifs and geometric patterns. View XII
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A large flatwoven Balkan Sharkoy kilim rug featuring terracotta red and navy blue borders decorated with stylised bird motifs and geometric patterns.
ANTIQUE BALKAN SHARKOY KILIM OF LARGE SIZE, SUPERB DESIGN, CIRCA 1900/20.
Ref: SA580790
A large flatwoven Balkan Sharkoy kilim rug featuring terracotta red and navy blue borders decorated with stylised bird motifs and geometric patterns.
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  • ObjectRugs & Carpets
  • Period1900 - 1920
  • StyleBalkan Ottoman
  • MaterialWool
  • ColourTerracotta and Navy
  • MotifsStylised bird motifs, Slit-weave geometric border, Stepped diamond medallions, Tree of life symbols
  • SizeH 424 cm (167 in) x W 290 cm (114 in) x D 1 cm (0 in)

This large antique Balkan Sharkoy kilim rug originates from Western Turkey or the Balkans and dates from circa 1900 to 1920, displaying a traditional Balkan Ottoman style with a tight and fine flatweave. The palette combines terracotta red and navy blue with secondary tones of white, grey, brown, and green. The detailed design incorporates stepped diamond medallions along the central field, surrounded by multiple borders containing stylised bird motifs, tree of life symbols, and slit-weave geometric patterns. Minor signs of age include slight wear visible across the surface. Measuring 424 cm high, 290 cm wide, and 1 cm deep, the textile is hand-washed and ready for normal domestic use. It works well laid out upon the floor of a living room, dining room, or bedroom as a striking statement piece that complements a Glastonbury Boho interior aesthetic.

FAQs

A Sharkoy kilim is a traditional flatwoven wool rug originating from the Balkan region, renowned for its intricate geometric patterns and distinctive stylised bird and floral motifs.

These textiles are handwoven on vertical looms using pure hand-spun wool for both the warp and weft, employing a slit-weave technique to create sharp geometric designs.

Authentic pieces feature natural vegetable dyes with subtle colour variations, fine slit-weave construction, and characteristic regional iconography such as stylised birds and tree-of-life symbols.

Position the kilim as a focal point in a contemporary living space, pairing its rich terracotta and navy tones with natural timber furniture and minimalist decor.

Vacuum gently using a suction-only attachment, rotate periodically to ensure even wear, and consult a professional antique textile restorer for deep cleaning.
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