{"product_id":"3-4x9-8-vintage-cicim-kilim-runner","title":"3.4' x 9.8' Vintage Turkish Cicim Kilim Runner","description":"\u003ch3 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\n\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA midcentury Turkish runner woven through the language of Cicim\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandwoven in Turkey between 1960 and 1970, this vintage Cicim Kilim runner carries a centuries-old textile practice into a long, generously patterned form. Its field is arranged with large medallions, stepped diamonds, and angular motifs in rust, ochre, blue, ivory, brown, and muted gray.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHandspun wool and cotton give the rug its tactile character, while the low flatweave construction keeps the nearly ten-foot runner visually substantial without creating a heavy pile. The elongated proportions allow the repeating motifs to unfold across the floor like a continuous woven composition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCraft \u0026amp; Turkish Origin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTraditional Cicim Weaving:\u003c\/strong\u003e Colored pattern threads are interlaced between the warp and weft, creating raised, embroidered-like motifs across the flatwoven ground.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDistinctive Surface:\u003c\/strong\u003e Additional pattern threads give Cicim textiles a more dimensional face and a visibly different reverse.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCollaborative Technique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Traditional Cicim weaving can involve two artisans, with one managing the warp and pattern from the front while another guides the decorative threads from behind.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKanat Construction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cicim textiles were traditionally woven in narrow sections called \u003cem\u003ekanat\u003c\/em\u003e, which could be joined to create larger floor coverings and wall textiles.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMidcentury Turkish Work:\u003c\/strong\u003e Woven between 1960 and 1970, the runner represents a vintage example of this established regional craft.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePattern \u0026amp; Material\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIkat-Inspired Geometry:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft-edged medallions and angular motifs create movement across the long central field.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHandspun Fibers:\u003c\/strong\u003e Wool and cotton provide the rug with natural texture and subtle irregularity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMulticolor Palette:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rust, ochre, blue, ivory, brown, and gray balance saturated color with earthy depth.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLow Flatweave Profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 0.2-inch thickness preserves the clarity of the woven pattern while remaining suitable for narrow spaces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyling \u0026amp; Placement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHallway Runner:\u003c\/strong\u003e The nearly ten-foot length carries pattern through a long corridor or passage.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eEntryway Anchor:\u003c\/strong\u003e Introduces Turkish textile craft and saturated color at the entrance to a home.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOpen Living Areas:\u003c\/strong\u003e Use between seating zones or alongside a long console to define a narrow stretch of floor.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterial Pairing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Complements natural wood, leather, plaster, linen, aged metal, and handmade ceramics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStyle:\u003c\/strong\u003e Vintage Cicim Kilim runner\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnique:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handwoven flatweave with raised Cicim patterning\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMaterials:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handspun wool and cotton\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDate:\u003c\/strong\u003e 1960–1970\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 3.4 ft \/ 104 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 9.8 ft \/ 299 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThickness:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.2 in \/ 0.5 cm\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Turkey\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Very good vintage condition\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Professionally cleaned\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVariation:\u003c\/strong\u003e Subtle differences in color, pattern, and weave reflect its handmade vintage construction\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e\u003cspan role=\"text\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLong hallways and passages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpacious entryways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNarrow areas between rooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLayering Turkish textile craft into contemporary interiors\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEclectic, bohemian, traditional, and earth-toned spaces\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThrough its handspun fibers, raised Cicim patterning, and expansive geometric composition, this 1960s Turkish runner preserves the collaborative skill and visual language of a longstanding Anatolian weaving tradition.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alexandrette","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53843521438003,"sku":"sku-46477032030456","price":995.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0959\/8566\/4307\/files\/kilik.jpg?v=1786460105","url":"https:\/\/atlasandkiln.com\/products\/3-4x9-8-vintage-cicim-kilim-runner","provider":"Atlas \u0026 Kiln","version":"1.0","type":"link"}