Southeast Anatolian "Jijim," Long Rug

(DK-1-445)
4'4" x 10'5" (132cm x 318cm)
Turkey, Antep Region: Mid-20th Century
Wool wefts and wool warps: wool
A lovely old tribal flat-weave from Southeastern Turkey, possibly by Kurdish tribes, woven in the intricate "jijim" brocading technique. Its elongated format indicates a nomadic origin. A beautiful and relatively rare example.
Condition & Remarks
Well preserved, sturdy and clean.

Categories
Wide & Long, Kilims