Large Bessarabian Kilim

(DK-114-25)
7'4" x 18'4" (224cm x 559cm)
Southeast Europe, Moldova: Early 20th Century
Flat-weave (kilim): wool
The historical region of Bessarabia in Eastern Europe, in present day Moldova and Ukraine, is famous with its kilims adorned with realistically drawn floral designs. This kilim is a great example of that tradition, with beautifully articulated flowers, unusually large size and high quality weaving.
Condition & Remarks
Very well preserved, sturdy and clean

Categories
Wide & Long, Kilims