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Kilim Indian Rugs

KILIM STYLE

Known for their wealth of rich colors and unique weaving tradition, antique and vintage kilim rugs are one of the most distinguishable types of rugs. The term “kilim” is Turkish in origin, but many variations of this type of textile share a common heritage and are practiced all across the Balkans, throughout the Arab world and elsewhere. There are Persian kilim rugs, kilim rugs from Central Asia and more. 

It is difficult to definitively pin down the origins of kilim weaving, which is known as a “flatweave” or “slit-weave,” but historians believe that skilled artisans may have practiced versions of it as early as the eighth and ninth centuries A.D. in the Anatolia region of Turkey. Many of the Turkish iterations of these flat-woven rugs are recognizable for their arrangements of dazzling, flowing forms, but a range of motifs can appear in kilim rugs — abstract figures that reference rams’ horns, snakes or running water or motifs that are intended to symbolize concepts such as the tree of life or fertility. In Anatolia, women have used kilims to share narratives about their lives. 

The difference between a kilim rug and most other kinds of carpets or pile rugs is in the aforementioned weave. They are made by interweaving variously colored, individual strands of wool (pure soft cotton, silk and goat’s hair are also used with the wool, albeit rarely) versus, say, the Tabriz rugs of Iran, which are hand-knotted rugs. This results in a smooth, frequently reversible surface. It’s a slit-weave because of the gap left between two blocks of color. Kilims are created on a loom, a typically uncomplicated structure mostly made of wood. Owing to the creative freedom that a slit-weave can afford its weaver, they tend to feature a range of bright, contrasting hues like reds, oranges and pinks that appear in bold combinations with deep blues and greens that are brought to life with natural dyes.

Handwoven kilim rugs are less expensive to produce and more durable than other rugs. They were traditionally used as floor coverings in mosques and yurts, as prayer rugs and saddle coverings. And these textiles are pileless: Whereas the Beni Ourain rugs of Morocco can be described as dense with a thick surface or pile, an authentic kilim rug is thin and flat. Because the resulting weave is lightweight, kilim rugs are well adapted for use in the hot summer months, and they are happily embraced by tribal weavers of Morocco, a part of the world that is home to many styles of rugs

With their striking geometric patterns and provocative color pairings, kilim rugs and wall tapestries are loved by design enthusiasts and can bring charm and interest into any dining room, living room or other interior space.

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Style: Kilim
Ivory Yellow Indian Dhurrie Pillow
Located in New York, NY
Pillow made from a vintage Indian Dhurrie flat-weave in white and soft yellow Measures: 16" x 23".
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20th Century Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 8x10 Pink And White Shooting Star Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Pink And White Indian Shooting Star Rug - 8'x10' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special ma...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 5x7 Green And White Shooting Star Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Forest Green & White Indian Shooting Star Rug - 5'x7' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the speci...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, Yellow & White Indian Shooting Star Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Yellow & White Indian Shooting Star Rug - 8'x10' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special ma...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton

Apadana's Flatweave Kilim Brown Custom Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Apadana's Kilim Flatweave wool custom rug. Custom sizes and colors made-to-order. Material: Wool. Techniques: Flatweave. Style: Solid-Coastal. Lead time: Approx. 15-16 weeks availab...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Geometric Modern kilim Flatweave wool rug In Light Brown
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug has a light brown field with a striped pattern in blue and black shades. This rug measures ...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Geometric Modern kilim Flatweave wool rug In Beige
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug has a beige field with a striped pattern in white, blue, and rust shades. This rug measures...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Floral Dhurrie Kilim Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78357 Vintage Floral Indian Dhurrie rug, 10'03 x 13'08. With its subdued ornamentation, incredible detail and texture, this handwoven wool vintage Indian floral Dhurrie...
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Late 20th Century Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 9x12 Blue And White Shooting Star Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Indigo Blue And White Indian Shooting Star Rug - 9'x12' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the spe...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton

Gray & Blue Modern Kilim Flatweave Wool Rug with Art Deco Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug features a modern Kilim flatweave style made from wool. The rug boasts a gray and blue abstract design. This rug measures 8'4" x 9'11".
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Modern kilim flatweave wool rug with Light Brown Stripes
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug exhibits an elegant striped pattern in beige, tan, and brown shades. This rug measures 11'8...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Apadana's Flatweave Kilim Multicolor Custom Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Apadana's Kilim flatweave wool custom rug. Custom sizes and colors made-to-order. Material: Wool. Techniques: Flatweave. Style: Solid-Coastal. Lead time: Approx. 15-16 weeks av...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Kilim Flatweave Wool Rug with Brown And Beige Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a beautiful contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from premium wool. Its beige and brown color scheme emanates elegance, complemented by a captivating ...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, Green & White Indian Shooting Star Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Forest Green & White Indian Shooting Star Rug - 6'x9' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the speci...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 8x10 Brown And White Shooting Star Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Coffee Brown And White Indian Shooting Star Rug - 8'x10' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the sp...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton

Modern kilim flatweave wool rug with Beige Field
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug has a beige field with a striped pattern in brown shades. This rug measures 9'11" x 13'3".
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, Blue And White Indian Shooting Star Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Indigo Blue & White Shooting Star Indian Rug-5'x8' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the special manufacturi...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton

Beige Modern kilim Flatweave wool rug with Stripes Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug has a beige field with a striped pattern in brown shades. This rug measures 11'2" x 14'8".
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Modern kilim flatweave wool rug with beige and brown stripes
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug exhibits an elegant striped pattern in shades of beige and brown. This rug measures 10'9" x...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Apadana's Flatweave Kilim Light Blue Custom Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Apadana's Kilim Flatweave wool custom rug. Custom sizes and colors made-to-order. Material: Wool. Techniques: Flatweave. Style: Solid-Coastal. Lead time: Approx. 15-16 weeks availab...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Kilim Flatweave Wool Rug with Art Deco Design in Earthy Tones
Located in Norwalk, CT
This exquisite Indian rug showcases a splendid contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from premium wool. Its beige and brown color scheme emanates elegance, complemented by a cap...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Modern kilim flatweave wool rug Handmade with Multicolor Stripes
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. The rug has a beige field with a striped pattern in multicolor shades. This rug measures 11'6" x 14...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, 8x10 Beige And Blue Tile Patterned Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Beige And Blue Indian Tile Checked Rug - 8'x10' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton y...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton

Handmade Cotton Area Flat Weave Rug, Blue & White Indian Star Geometric Dhurrie
Located in Jaipur, IN
Cotton Vegetable Dyed Reversible Sky Blue And White Indian Star Geometric Rug - 6'x9' These special flat-weave dhurries are hand-woven with 15 ply 100% cotton yarn. Due to the specia...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton

Apadana's Flatweave Kilim Custom Green Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Apadana's Nantucket Collection wool custom rug. Custom sizes and colors made-to-order. Material: Wool Techniques: Flatweave Style: Geometric-Coastal Lead time: Approx. 15-16 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Multicolored Vintage Indian Cotton Dhurrie Rug with All-Over Geometric Design
Located in Atlanta, GA
Colorful vintage Indian Dhurrie with small scale geometric design, rug 19-0504, country of origin / type: India / Dhurrie, circa 1960 Woven during the second half of the 20th cent...
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1960s Indian Vintage Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Mid-20th Century Indian Flat-Weave Dhurrie Room Size Carpet in Grey, Blue, Cream
Located in New York, NY
A vintage Indian flat-weave cotton dhurrie room size carpet handmade during the mid-20th century in shades of grey, blue, and cream/white. Dhurries were originally intended for summe...
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Mid-20th Century Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton

Contemporary Gray Flatweave Kilim Wool Rug With Coastal Design By Apadana
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful kilim handmade wool rug with a gray field. This custom modern flatweave rug of our Nantucket collection has white accents and a gorgeous...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Abstract kilim Flatweave Wool rug In Ivory and Blue
Located in Norwalk, CT
This rug features a modern Kilim flatweave design made from wool, with an ivory base and an abstract blue motif. This rug measures 9'9" x 13'.
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2010s Turkish Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

10 x 14 Modern Abstract kilim Flatweave Wool rug In Muted Color
Located in Norwalk, CT
This rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. It has a beige field with an abstract motif in peach and gray shades. This rug measures 9'7" x 13'6".
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2010s Turkish Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Flatweave kilim Modern Geometric Wool rug In Gray and Orange
Located in Norwalk, CT
This rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. It has a gray field with a striped pattern in beige and orange shades. This rug measures 7'8" x 11'11".
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2010s Turkish Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Modern kilim Flatweave Wool rug In Beige With Abstract Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from wool. It has a beige field with a striped pattern in multi-colored shades. This rug measures 9'6" x 13'5".
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2010s Turkish Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Multicolored Kilim Wool rug With Geometric Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This rug is crafted from wool in a modern Kilim flatweave design, featuring a multicolor base with a geometric pattern. This rug measures 6'6" x 10'5".
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2010s Turkish Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Kilim Flatweave Beige Wool rug With Modern Geometric Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This rug features a modern Kilim flatweave design made from wool. It has a beige base with a geometric pattern in various colors. This rug measures 6'5" x 10'9".
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2010s Turkish Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

10 x 16 Contemporary kilim Wool rug In Beige And Blue With Abstract Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave pattern crafted from wool. It features a beige base with an abstract blue, purple, and yellow motif. This rug measures 10' x 16'.
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2010s Turkish Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Room Size Modern kilim Wool rug With Multicolored Abstract Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave design crafted from wool, featuring a multicolored base and an abstract motif. This rug measures 10' x 12'9".
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2010s Turkish Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Large Gabbeh-Inspired Indian Wool Kilim
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Kilims are among the most popular and versatile rug styles - they're family friendly, reversible and easy to move throughout the home. Hip and modern, this Kilim was handwoven in India using handspun wool and natural dyes. There is gorgeous variation within each color. This brightly colored rug...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Modern Kilim Flatweave Wool Rug with Multicolor Geometric Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
This Indian rug showcases a contemporary Kilim flatweave style crafted from premium wool. Its beige color is complemented by a captivating geometric pattern that blends harmoniously ...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Apadana's Flatweave Kilim Green Custom Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Apadana's Kilim Flatweave wool custom rug. Custom sizes and colors made-to-order. Material: Wool. Techniques: Flatweave. Style: Solid-Coastal. Lead time: Approx. 15-16 weeks av...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Apadana's Flatweave Kilim Green Custom Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Apadana's Nantucket Collection wool custom rug. Custom sizes and colors made-to-order. Material: Wool Techniques: Flatweave Style: Geometric-Coastal Lead time: Approx. 15-16 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Light Blue Modern Kilim Flatweave Wool Rug with Tribal Motif
Located in Norwalk, CT
This premium wool Kilim flatweave rug displays a stunning modern beige motif. It features a light blue background with a comprehensive tribal pattern. This rug measures 12'6" x 16'1...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Kilim Beige, Brown Runner by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary Kilim beige, brown runner by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 5.0" × 15.7" (152 × 474 cm).
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Gray Modern Flatweave Kilim Wool Rug with Abstract Design
Located in Norwalk, CT
Elevate your interior decor with ease by adding this handmade Indian rug to your home. Featuring a modern interpretation of the traditional Kilim flatweave technique, this piece boas...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
30379 Modern Indian Dhurrie Rug, 02'03 x 03'01. Subtle in style and very versatile, this handwoven modern Dhurrie rug features softly gradated striations running selvage to selvage b...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Jute, Hemp

Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
30380 Modern Indian Dhurrie Rug, 2'03 x 03'01. Radiating a modern style with artisan charm, this handwoven modern Dhurrie rug blends seamlessly from rust to slate gray in softly gra...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Jute, Hemp

Karatas, Turkish Modern Terracotta Kilim Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Karatas, Turkish Modern orange and brown kilim rug by Doris Leslie Blau. Size: 6'0" x 8'1" (182 x 246 cm). There is perhaps only one country in the world, Persia, that may try to com...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Vintage Indian Floral Dhurrie Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
78007 Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug, 07'11 x 09'11. Indian Dhurrie rugs are traditional, flat-woven carpets known for their lightweight, reversible design and crafted using natural fibe...
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Late 20th Century Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Vintage Indian Floral Dhurrie Rug
Located in Dallas, TX
77934 Vintage Indian Dhurrie Rug, 06'00 x 08'11. Indian Dhurrie rugs, traditional flat-woven carpets made from natural fibers like cotton, wool, jute, or silk, are celebrated for the...
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Late 20th Century Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton

Contemporary Blue Kilim Rug by Doris Leslie Blau
Located in New York, NY
Contemporary blue Kilim rug by Doris Leslie Blau Size: 10'0" × 14'0" (304 × 426 cm). A handmade flat-weave wool rug. The design is of tribal inspiration, incorporating blues, grays, ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Apadana's Flatweave Kilim Custom Red Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Apadana's Nantucket Collection wool custom rug. Custom sizes and colors made-to-order. Material: Wool Techniques: Flatweave Style: Geometric-Coastal Lead time: Approx. 15-16 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Apadana's Flatweave Kilim Blue Custom Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Apadana's Nantucket Collection wool custom rug. Custom sizes and colors made-to-order. Material: Wool Techniques: Flatweave Style: Geometric-Coastal Lead time: Approx. 15-16 ...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Handmade Vintage Indian Kilim Rug, Traditional Brown and Beige Wool Area Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
This traditional Indian Kilim area rug features muted neutral tones of beige, brown and Burgandy, the central medallion is a geometric emblem with further details interwoven in the c...
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1970s Indian Vintage Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool, Cotton, Organic Material

Brown Apadana's Nantucket Collection Flatweave Kilim Coastal Designed Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful kilim handmade wool rug with a brown field. This custom modern flatweave rug part of our Nantucket collection has ivory accents and features a gorgeous all-over geometric coastal design...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Contemporary Striped Area Rug Multicolored Modern Bedroom Rug
Located in Hampshire, GB
This modern area rug was hand knotted in India, the rug is a low pile carpet. Constructed with handspun wool featuring multicolored stripes of orange, yellow, grey and green. The con...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Cotton, Organic Material, Wool

Flatweave Modern Kilim Light Blue Wool Rug with Tribal Pattern
Located in Norwalk, CT
This premium wool Kilim flatweave rug displays a stunning modern beige motif. It features a light blue background with a comprehensive tribal pattern. This rug measures 12'1" x 15'7...
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Oversize Modern Kilim Flatweave Wool Rug with Tribal Motif In Light Blue
Located in Norwalk, CT
This premium wool Kilim flatweave rug displays a stunning modern beige motif. It features a light blue background with a comprehensive tribal pattern. This rug measures 12'2"' x 15'.
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2010s Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Captivating Superb Modern Kilim Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Measures: 11'.9 x 14'.10 This beautiful hand-knotted design rug will make your floor look splendid. This collection is made in wool.
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21st Century and Contemporary Pakistani Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Brown Apadana's Nantucket Collection Flatweave Kilim Coastal Designed Wool Rug
Located in Norwalk, CT
Beautiful kilim handmade wool rug with a brown field. This custom modern flatweave rug part of our Nantucket collection has ivory accents and features a gorgeous all-over geometric c...
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21st Century and Contemporary Indian Kilim Indian Rugs

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Wool

Kilim indian rugs for sale on 1stDibs.

Find a broad range of unique Kilim indian rugs for sale on 1stDibs. Many of these items were first offered in the 21st Century and Contemporary, but contemporary artisans have continued to produce works inspired by this style. If you’re looking to add vintage indian rugs created in this style to your space, the works available on 1stDibs include rugs and carpets, more furniture and collectibles, folk art and other home furnishings, frequently crafted with fabric, wool and other materials. If you’re shopping for used Kilim indian rugs made in a specific country, there are Asia, South Asia, and India pieces for sale on 1stDibs. While there are many designers and brands associated with original indian rugs, popular names associated with this style include Apadana Fine Rugs, Rug & Kilim, Paolo Giordano, and Keivan Woven Arts. It’s true that these talented designers have at times inspired knockoffs, but our experienced specialists have partnered with only top vetted sellers to offer authentic pieces that come with a buyer protection guarantee. Prices for indian rugs differ depending upon multiple factors, including designer, materials, construction methods, condition and provenance. On 1stDibs, the price for these items starts at $199 and tops out at $36,000 while the average work can sell for $3,920.

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